Liverpool teenager Rio Ngumoha Adigun featured in the club’s first-team lineup during a behind-closed-doors friendly match against Stoke City on Monday in Hong Kong, scoring a goal in the Reds’ victory.
Rio Ngumoha, 16, was included in the squad as part of Liverpool’s ongoing pre-season preparations. The match, which was not open to the public or media, allowed several academy players to participate alongside senior team members.
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The young forward, who joined Liverpool from Chelsea in 2024, continues to make strides within the club. Earlier this year, he became Liverpool’s youngest-ever first-team starter at 16 years and 135 days, appearing in an FA Cup match against Accrington Stanley in January.
Born in England and of Nigerian descent, Ngumoha is eligible to play internationally for either country. He has already represented England at U16 and U17 levels, drawing praise for his technical ability and attacking instinct.
Liverpool have yet to release full details from the Stoke City match, but internal reports confirmed that Ngumoha was on the scoresheet, further boosting his profile as one of the club’s top young prospects.
The club is expected to continue evaluating Ngumoha during its Asia training camp, with additional friendlies scheduled in the coming days.
