The dawn of a new era at Liverpool commenced with a convincing 2-0 victory over newly-promoted Ipswich. The highlight of the match was Mohamed Salah breaking a Premier League scoring record with his exceptional performance.

Salah’s goal in the 65th minute marked his ninth goal in the opening round of a Premier League season, surpassing the records of Wayne Rooney, Alan Shearer, and Frank Lampard.

Liverpool’s momentum continued as Salah assisted in setting up Diogo Jota for the first goal of the match. The team’s performance notably improved under the guidance of their new manager Arne Slot, who took over from the legendary Jurgen Klopp during the offseason.

While Liverpool and Manchester United both started the season on a high note, Ipswich faced an early setback. The team, supported by pop star Ed Sheeran, showed promise despite its defensive vulnerabilities.

Ipswich’s return to the top flight after nearly two decades promises an entertaining season ahead, despite potential defensive challenges due to their expansive style of play.

Stay tuned for more exciting matches as the Premier League unfolds, with Arsenal facing Wolverhampton and reigning champions Manchester City taking on Chelsea in the upcoming fixtures.

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