'A very difficult moment' - Emotional Ibrahima Konate speaks out after scoring for Liverpool against Newcastle in first game back since death of father

Jude Summerfield Sun, 1 February 2026 at 5:59 am UTC·3 min read Konate seals victory over Newcastle on emotional Anfield night Konate was not due to face Newcastle on Saturday, with the club allowing him compassionate leave after the tragic death of his father. The Frenchman had missed three matches before returning to the squad for the Magpies' visit and, after Hugo Ekitike's earlier brace and Florian Wirtz's strike, bagged Liverpool's fourth goal of the night in the 93rd minute.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement He was embraced by his team-mates, with goalkeeper Alisson Becker running the length of the pitch to...