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Liverpool's Harvey Elliott dedicates first Premier League goal to late grandma

Harvey Elliott could not hold back the tears as he dedicated his first Premier League goal to his grandmother after revealing that she passed away earlier this week.

The 19-year-old scored Liverpool's second goal during their 9-0 drubbing of Bournemouth on Saturday, and was visibly emotional on the pitch as he celebrated with his team-mates.

Speaking after the game, Elliott explained why the goal meant so much to him and his family.

Harvey Elliott was very emotional after scoring his first Premier League goal on Saturday
He also looked up to the skies after scoring as he dedicated his goal to his late grandma

'My nan passed away a few days ago, so that was just for her really, and more importantly the three points,' he said in his post-match interview.