Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison has broken his silence on social media after scoring his first Premier League goal for the club at Anfield. The 25-year-old’s effort helped Spurs level the score at 3-3 in stoppage time against Liverpool, but they ultimately lost 4-3.
Richarlison’s debut campaign at Tottenham has been difficult, with injuries hampering his progress and manager Antonio Conte expressing doubts about his ability. However, the Brazilian’s recent performances have shown promise, and his goal against Liverpool could be a turning point for him.
Despite being booed by Liverpool fans due to his affiliation with their Merseyside rivals Everton, Richarlison celebrated wildly after his late header, taking off his shirt and performing his trademark “pigeon dance” celebration. He later posted a picture on Instagram of himself being held back by stewards at Anfield, captioned with a grinning face with sweat emoji.
While Tottenham’s comeback ultimately fell short, Richarlison’s goal gave fans a glimmer of hope and showed that he is capable of making an impact for the club. As he continues to work on his form and fitness, Spurs supporters will be eagerly watching to see what he can bring to the team in the future.