Liverpool Women defeat Durham 7-1 in final preseason match

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Liverpool Women defeat Durham 7-1 in final preseason match
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Liverpool Women concluded their preseason campaign with a 7-1 victory over Durham at St. Helen’s Stadium on Sunday. Striker Beata Olsson anchored the attack early, recording a hat trick within the opening 20 minutes of play. Marie Höbinger added a goal before halftime, while Ceri Holland, Sara Agrez, and Vic Jones contributed additional scores in the second half. Durham provided a late response with a goal from Rachel Lowe following a turnover. The match allowed manager Gareth Taylor to evaluate several new signings, including Sara Agrez, Natalia Ramos, and Khiara Keating. Liverpool now moves to the regular season schedule, beginning with a visit to Charlton Athletic on September 6.

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  • Beata Olsson scored a first-half hat trick to set the pace for Liverpool.
  • Liverpool added four more goals after the break through Höbinger, Holland, Agrez, and Jones.
  • Rachel Lowe recorded the lone goal for Durham during the second half.
  • The match took place at St. Helen’s Stadium as a final preparation for the season.
  • Liverpool opens the WSL season against Charlton Athletic on September 6.
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Liverpool Women routed WSL 2 side Durham in their final preseason match on Sunday.

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