Liverpool opened their Premier League campaign with a 2-0 victory over newly promoted Ipswich Town on Saturday, giving new manager Arne Slot a winning start.
Diogo Jota broke the deadlock in the second half, side-footing Mohamed Salah’s low pass into the top corner from close range. Salah then doubled the lead, scoring after the ball fell to him in the penalty area.
The Egyptian’s goal set a Premier League record for most opening-day goals, with nine.
Ipswich, playing their first top-flight match in 22 years, held their own in the first half. Jacob Greaves and Omari Hutchinson tested Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker, though both attempts were easily saved.
Liverpool struggled to impose themselves before halftime, with Trent Alexander-Arnold’s shot over the bar their best chance.
The match saw increased pressure from Liverpool after the break. Luis Diaz threatened twice before Jota missed a clear header from six yards out.
Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna, whose team faces Manchester City next, can take positives from his side’s first-half performance.
For Slot, who replaced Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager, the win extends the club’s opening-day unbeaten run to 13 matches.
The victory gives Liverpool an early boost in what’s expected to be a competitive title race, though sterner tests await.
