Liverpool’s next generation took centre stage again on Wednesday as Rio Ngumoha and Trey Nyoni played key roles in helping England’s Under-19s kick off their EURO qualifying campaign with a 2–0 win over Lithuania.
Both young Reds started for Will Antwi’s side, who scored in each half to seize early control of Group 8. Ngumoha was heavily involved in the second goal — dazzling his marker before delivering a sharp low cross that Shumaira Mheuka converted from close range. The winger was substituted midway through the second half after a lively showing, while Nyoni completed the full 90 minutes in midfield.
According to Holly Hunt of englandfootball.com, Mheuka’s early penalty set the tone for England before Ngumoha’s clever assist sealed the result shortly after halftime. The victory puts the Young Lions top of their group, with Latvia and Scotland still to come this month — a reminder that the pathway from academy football to the international stage remains strong.
Ngumoha, 17, continues to make headlines this season after featuring for Liverpool’s senior side and dazzling Crystal Palace defenders during the recent Carabao Cup tie. Journalist Paul Gorst praised him for “constantly running at them and causing problems,” and that same energy was evident again in Vilnius as he created England’s second goal.
Nyoni, meanwhile, impressed with his calmness and maturity in midfield — traits that stood out during Liverpool’s pre-season. Back in July, Andy Robertson hailed both players as “fantastic” talents with “a hell of a future,” and their recent displays suggest he was spot on.
England U19s will next face Latvia on November 15 before clashing with Scotland three days later. For Ngumoha and Nyoni, these experiences are invaluable — the kind that mold tomorrow’s first-team stars. Judging by their performances against Palace and now for England, Liverpool’s future may already be taking shape.
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