"It was hardly a vintage attacking display for Liverpool. However, given the circumstances, a stubborn Burnley entrenched in deep defense and hunting for a draw or even an upset steal, this was a hard-earned and valuable three points. Stiff defence Burnley set out with an ultra-defensive approach, staying compact and offering only the occasional counter. That forced Liverpool into patient, relentless probing."
"They dominated the ball with 81 percent possession, launched 27 shots to Burnley's 3, and generated 2.75 expected goals compared to the hosts' 0.13. Yet for the majority of the match, the final touch waived the Reds' effort off. Their front four still looked short on rhythm, with several wing deliveries drifting harmlessly through the box and few clean connections in the final third. Their control was clear, but their cohesion is still a work in progress."
Liverpool secured a 1-0 win at Turf Moor via Mohamed Salah's 93rd-minute penalty after Hannibal Mejbri handled Jeremie Frimpong's cross. Burnley set up ultra-defensively, staying compact and offering only occasional counters, forcing Liverpool into patient, relentless probing. Liverpool dominated possession (81%), produced 27 shots versus Burnley's 3, and registered 2.75 expected goals to Burnley's 0.13, yet struggled to finish due to lack of cohesion in the front four and poor final touches. Manager Arne Slot prioritized discipline and structure, omitted Alexander Isak from the squad, and replaced Milos Kerkez with Andy Robertson to stabilize the left flank.
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