VIDEO: 'I like a challenge!' - Virgil van Dijk scores outrageous training ground goal as Liverpool captain proves doubters wrong

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk scored an outrageous goal during a training session, while claiming he 'likes a challenge'. The Reds skipper's recent performances have come under scrutiny after the club conceded in five of their six pre-season friendlies. At the same time, the English champions also squandered their lead twice and lost to Crystal Palace in the Community Shield.

Van Dijk scored an outrageous goal in training
Gave it back to critics
Liverpool face Bournemouth on Friday

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WHAT HAPPENED?
Amid criticism from certain quarters, the Dutch defender scored an outrageous goal in a Liverpool training session. Van Dijk was standing behind the goalpost as he tried to curl the ball into the net. The centre-back failed in his initial attempt but managed to score a brilliant goal with his second attempt. In between, the veteran defender was heard saying, "I like a challenge!".

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After the Community Shield loss at Wembley, Van Dijk addressed their defensive shortcomings, while admitting they need to work hard as a team to emulate a performance like last season, where the Reds conceded just 41 goals in 38 Premier League matches.

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WHAT NEXT FOR LIVERPOOL?
The defending champions will feature in the very first match of the 2025-26 Premier League campaign as they host Bournemouth on Friday.

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