The Independent · October 24, 2026

Andoni Iraola urges Liverpool starlet Rio Ngumoha to ignore the hype

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has advised young prospect Rio Ngumoha to stay focused and avoid getting distracted by hype following his two-assist display in the Champions League. The starlet's strong midweek performance has drawn attention, but Iraola is encouraging him to maintain his concentration on continued development.