FULL MATCH Liverpool vs Bolton Wanderers (PL 06 - 07, Week 22)

Liverpool vs Bolton Wanderers
Premier League, 06 - 07 Season
Week 22
January 01, 2006

Liverpool won 3-0 at Anfield in this Premier League encounter.

The match was a dominant display by Liverpool, and they took the lead in the 27th minute through Dirk Kuyt. Kuyt was in the right place at the right time to finish off a rebound after John Arne Riise’s shot was blocked by Bolton goalkeeper Jussi Jääskeläinen. Kuyt’s goal opened the scoring, giving Liverpool a 1-0 advantage.

Liverpool's second goal came in the 56th minute. Craig Bellamy sealed the lead with a fantastic strike. He ran onto a through ball from Steven Gerrard, sprinted past the Bolton defense, and coolly finished past Jääskeläinen to make it 2-0.

The third goal came in the 72nd minute. Luis García, who had been lively throughout the match, made it 3-0 with a clinical header from a well-timed cross by Boudewijn Zenden. García’s goal ensured there would be no comeback from Bolton.

Bolton failed to create any serious chances throughout the match, and Liverpool comfortably held onto their 3-0 lead. The victory was crucial for Liverpool, as they continued their push for a top-four finish in the Premier League, while Bolton remained mired near the bottom of the table.

It was a solid and professional performance from Rafael Benítez's side, with goals from Kuyt, Bellamy, and García securing the win.