Liverpool roared back to life in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night, thrashing Eintracht Frankfurt 5–1 in Germany to reignite their European campaign. The emphatic victory marked a statement of intent from Arne Slot’s men, who had endured a difficult few weeks domestically before rediscovering their rhythm under the lights in Frankfurt.
Liverpool Turn on the Style
The night didn’t start according to script for Liverpool. Frankfurt took a surprise lead in the 26th minute through Rasmus Kristensen after capitalising on a rare defensive lapse. The home crowd erupted, sensing another shock could be on the cards.
But that was as good as it got for the Bundesliga side.
Liverpool hit back almost immediately through Hugo Ekitiké, who fired home from a slick counterattack. The goal opened the floodgates. Captain Virgil van Dijk rose highest to nod in a corner at 39 minutes, and Ibrahima Konaté made it three before half-time, also from a set-piece.
In the second half, Cody Gakpo and Dominik Szoboszlai added their names to the scoresheet with crisp finishes that underlined Liverpool’s dominance.
The 5–1 win not only ended their four-match losing streak but also placed them in a commanding position in Group C.
“We showed personality tonight. The response after going behind was perfect — that’s the Liverpool spirit we want to see,”
— Manager Arne Slot told TNT Sports after the game.
For Frankfurt, the defeat was a brutal reality check. Despite a strong start to the group, they looked disjointed defensively and were punished repeatedly on set pieces. Their head coach, Dino Toppmöller, admitted afterward that his side “lost control after the equaliser and never recovered.”
Other UCL Matches: Goals, Drama, and Late Surprises
Chelsea 5–1 Ajax
Chelsea tore into Ajax at Stamford Bridge in a statement performance, running up five goals as their young attacking options shone. The result lifts Chelsea’s confidence in the group and leaves Ajax having to regroup after a heavy away defeat.
Bayern Munich 4–0 Club Brugge
Bayern were ruthless at home, putting four past Club Brugge to reinforce their status as favourites in the group. The hosts controlled the game from start to finish and converted chances efficiently.
Real Madrid 1–0 Juventus
Real Madrid picked up a narrow but valuable win at the Bernabéu, Jude Bellingham’s decisive finish proving sufficient against a stubborn Juventus rearguard. Madrid’s tight, professional performance keeps them perfect in the group so far.
Sporting CP 2–1 Marseille
Sporting edged Marseille in Lisbon in a competitive contest, taking the points with a late or decisive moment that swung momentum in their favour. Marseille pushed but ultimately left without a share of the spoils.
Athletic Club 3–1 Qarabağ FK
Athletic Club delivered a convincing home win, hitting Qarabağ three times and demonstrating the kind of physical, direct play that served them well. Qarabağ’s early hope faded as the Basque side asserted control.
Galatasaray 3–1 Bodø/Glimt
Galatasaray produced a strong home performance to beat Bodø/Glimt, with the Istanbul crowd lifts and late moments helping seal the victory. The win keeps pressure on the other group contenders.
AS Monaco 0–0 Tottenham Hotspur
Monaco and Tottenham cancelled each other out in a goalless draw in Monte Carlo, a tactical, tight affair in which chances were limited and both sides will consider the point useful but imperfect.
Atalanta 0–0 Slavia Praha
Atalanta were held to a scoreless draw by Slavia Prague in Bergamo in a match that lacked cutting edge despite territorial moments for the Italians. Slavia earned a valuable point on the road.
For the rest of the continent, Matchday 3 delivered what the Champions League does best: goals, shocks, and unforgettable football nights.
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