Liverpool Survive a Scare at Anfield

Wirtz Finally Delivers as Liverpool Get the Job Done

Florian Wirtz’s long wait for his first Liverpool goal is finally over — but it did not arrive in the comfortable fashion many expected. The German playmaker was at the heart of everything as Liverpool edged past bottom side Wolves 2-1, securing a third straight Premier League win while exposing lingering defensive nerves.

A week after registering his first league assist, Wirtz stepped up again, scoring a composed finish and dictating the tempo throughout. Against a winless Wolves side, Liverpool should have coasted — instead, they were forced to dig deep.

Lightning Start Sets the Tone

Liverpool struck early through Ryan Gravenberch, who finished calmly after Jeremie Frimpong burst down the flank and cut the ball back. The opener came just moments before Wirtz announced himself in red.

Only 89 seconds later, the £116m signing ghosted between the centre-backs, showing sharp awareness and composure to tuck the ball under José Sá and make it 2-0. Anfield erupted — not just in celebration, but relief.

Wirtz Runs the Game

Before his goal, Wirtz had already left his mark. A perfectly weighted through-ball sent Hugo Ekitike through on goal, only for the striker to strike the post. The vision, timing and confidence were unmistakable.

The 22-year-old continued to glide between the lines, twisting past defenders and pulling Wolves apart with subtle movement and crisp passing. For large spells, Liverpool looked in total control.

Set-Piece Woes Return

Just when Liverpool appeared to be cruising, familiar problems resurfaced. Wolves exploited Liverpool’s weakness at set-pieces when Tolu Arokodare out-jumped Ibrahima Konaté, forcing Alisson into a save before Hugo Bueno reacted quickest to slot home the rebound.

Suddenly, the mood shifted. Anfield tightened. Wolves sensed vulnerability.

Nervy Finish, Crucial Points

Wolves finished the stronger side, pushing Liverpool deeper than expected. Arokodare continued to cause problems in the air, while Jhon Arias nearly snatched a late equaliser — only for Conor Bradley’s perfectly timed tackle to save the day.

Liverpool held on. It was far from perfect, but three points are three points — and Florian Wirtz’s breakthrough felt significant.

For all the noise, doubts and price-tag pressure, Liverpool’s new conductor has finally arrived.