Szoboszlai Shines as Liverpool Crush Frankfurt 5-1
Liverpool’s Champions League woes were decisively ended on Wednesday night as they thrashed Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 at the Deutsche Bank Park, with Dominik Szoboszlai’s long-range strike sealing a dominant victory. The Reds had been under pressure following four consecutive losses, including a bruising defeat to Manchester United, and there were questions about whether they could turn things around. What unfolded in Germany was a masterclass in attacking football and a statement that Liverpool are far from finished this season.
The match started poorly for Liverpool, as Rasmus Kristensen put Frankfurt ahead in the 26th minute, capitalizing on a quick counter-attack after the Reds lost possession in midfield. It marked the fifth consecutive game in which Liverpool conceded first, continuing a worrying trend. But the response from the visitors was swift. Hugo Ekitike, facing his former club, raced onto a perfectly timed ball from Andy Robertson and calmly slotted home to level the scores just 10 minutes before halftime. That goal sparked momentum, and the floodgates soon opened.
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Liverpool’s defensive giants were on display as Virgil van Dijk powered in a header from a corner in the 39th minute, followed by Ibrahima Konaté adding another headed goal a minute before the break. By halftime, the Reds had completely turned the game around, leading 3-1. The partnership between Ekitike and Alexander Isak lasted only 45 minutes, as Isak exited the match with a groin injury, but the damage to Frankfurt was already done.
The second half belonged entirely to Liverpool. Cody Gakpo extended the lead with a sharp finish from Florian Wirtz’s assist, and Dominik Szoboszlai capped the scoring with a stunning long-distance strike, again set up by Wirtz. The Hungarian international’s goal was a reminder of his ability to change games with precision and power from outside the box. By the final whistle, Liverpool had asserted their authority with 64.8% possession, 18 shots, and 14 on target, leaving Frankfurt chasing shadows.
For Eintracht Frankfurt, it was a harsh lesson. Their early counter-attacking goal showed promise, but defensive vulnerabilities were exposed repeatedly. Despite 58,700 fans in attendance, the home side could not cope with Liverpool’s relentless pressure, and their season’s inconsistencies were laid bare.
This emphatic win will provide a crucial boost for Liverpool as they prepare for a Premier League clash against Brentford, while Frankfurt will look to regroup ahead of their home game against St. Pauli. Szoboszlai’s goal, in particular, highlighted his growing influence in the Liverpool midfield and could signal a return to form for the Reds as they aim to reclaim their early-season momentum.
Liverpool’s statement was clear: their losing run is over, and they are ready to fight back at the highest level.
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