Virgil van Dijk eclipses Anfield royalty with latest goal 👑

Liverpool are on course for a crucial Premier League win against Sunderland .

The reigning champions look set to end the Stadium of Light's incredible run as the only top-flight ground that remains unbeaten after 25 games this season.

Virgil van Dijk broke the deadlock for the Reds midway through the second half by heading home Mohamed Salah's in-swinging corner to beat Robin Roefs.

The Dutchman's opener saw him eclipse one of his predecessors both at centre-back and as captain for the most Premier League goals by a defender in Anfield history.

Sami Hyypiä previously held the distinction for 17 years prior to Van Dijk's effort on Wearside with 22 goals over the course of a decade-long spell on Merseyside.

– Wednesday, 11 February 2026

How priceless could that goal be for Arne Slot's side in their top four bid?

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