Liverpool prodigy Kieran Morrison continues to impress as he scored a brace to secure a 2-1 comeback win over Sunderland U18s on Saturday. This victory takes his goal tally for the season to an impressive 13. At just 17 years old, Morrison has been a key player for the U18s side and has even gained experience with the U21s and first-team training. His performances have marked him as a player with a bright future at the club.
In the match against Sunderland, Liverpool found themselves on the back foot for much of the first half. They fell behind shortly before halftime when Rhys Walsh scored for Sunderland. However, manager Marc Bridge-Wilkinson made two changes at halftime, bringing on U16s duo Joe Lipton and Ollie O’Connor. The move paid off almost immediately, as Morrison netted the equalizer just two minutes after the restart.
Unfortunately, there was a disruption in the match when goalkeeper Kornel Misciur was injured around the hour mark. He was replaced by Nathan Morana. Despite this setback, Morrison remained in excellent form and scored the winning goal with ten minutes left to play. Liverpool had to hold on to their lead during a lengthy period of added time, but they showed their determination and secured their first win in over two months.
The victory keeps Liverpool in fourth place in the U18 Premier League. They still have two matches remaining against Wolves and Derby, and they have a chance to finish as high as third in the league. As the end of the season approaches, it is likely that Morrison’s time with the U18s is coming to an end. He is expected to make a permanent step up to the U21s in the upcoming season.
Overall, Morrison’s standout campaign and impressive goal-scoring record highlight his potential as a future star for Liverpool. His ability to contribute at such a young age bodes well for his development and future success with the club. It will be exciting to see how he continues to progress in the coming seasons. Liverpool’s U18s team will now shift their focus to their next match against Wolves U18s on April 27th, where they will look to build on their recent victory and continue their positive momentum.