Liverpool produced a resurgent display in Germany to thrash Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 in the Champions League, with Dominik Szoboszlai, Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, Cody Gakpo, and Hugo Ekitike all on target. Arne Slot’s side snapped their four-game losing run and reminded Europe of their attacking power with a statement victory.
Liverpool’s crisis eased with emphatic win in Germany
Liverpool ended their poor run of form in emphatic fashion, blowing away Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 in the Champions League. After four consecutive defeats, Arne Slot’s men responded with a performance brimming with intensity, creativity, and clinical finishing.
The game didn’t begin ideally for the Reds as the hosts struck first — Rasmus Kristensen finishing off a smooth counterattack after Liverpool lost possession through Florian Wirtz. However, the early setback only sparked Slot’s side into life. Andrew Robertson’s perfectly timed through-ball allowed Hugo Ekitike to level against his former club, setting the stage for a ruthless response.
By half-time, Liverpool were in complete control. Captain Virgil van Dijk powered home a header from a corner to make it 2-1, before Ibrahima Konate followed suit minutes later with another towering header to extend the lead. After struggling for goals in recent weeks, Liverpool suddenly looked like a side reborn.
Szoboszlai shines as Reds rediscover rhythm
If there were any doubts about Liverpool’s ability to dominate under Arne Slot, this performance erased them. The Reds dictated the tempo in the second half, led by Dominik Szoboszlai, who turned in a complete midfield display. The Hungarian star not only covered ground tirelessly but also started the move for Cody Gakpo’s tap-in before capping his own superb evening with a 25-yard rocket into the bottom corner.
Szoboszlai’s control and vision anchored Liverpool’s resurgence, and his combination play with Wirtz for Gakpo’s goal was one of the game’s standout moments. After weeks of inconsistency, the former RB Leipzig man has emerged as the creative heartbeat Slot needs.
Wirtz, meanwhile, finally registered his first assists since joining from Bayer Leverkusen, setting up both Gakpo and Szoboszlai. While his first-half error led to Frankfurt’s goal, he grew into the game and showcased his trademark composure in possession.
Defensive strength and set-piece dominance
Liverpool’s success in Frankfurt was built not just on attacking flair but on rediscovering their set-piece prowess. Both Van Dijk and Konate found the net from corners, reminding opponents that Liverpool remain one of Europe’s most dangerous sides from dead-ball situations.
Defensively, Van Dijk led by example — composed in possession, commanding in duels, and visibly more assured alongside Konate, who also impressed. Robertson’s assist for Ekitike’s equaliser and his consistent delivery from wide areas further underlined the full-back’s growing confidence under Slot.
Key substitutions steady the ship
Slot’s in-game management also made a difference. Substituting Alexander Isak at half-time for Federico Chiesa added energy and width, while Conor Bradley impressed with his work rate and almost grabbed a goal of his own. Mohamed Salah entered late but couldn’t add his name to the scoresheet despite several good chances, while Alexis Mac Allister and Joe Gomez were introduced to manage the closing stages.
After the match, Slot praised his side’s resilience, stating that “the reaction after recent results showed the real Liverpool — brave, aggressive, and focused.”
A timely boost ahead of crucial fixtures
This was more than just a victory — it was a statement. Liverpool reminded Europe of their strength, fluidity, and set-piece precision. Szoboszlai’s leadership, combined with Van Dijk’s authority and Gakpo’s consistency, will please Slot ahead of a crucial stretch in both domestic and European competitions.
The Reds’ 5-1 triumph not only lifts them back into Champions League contention but also restores belief that this evolving Liverpool side can still compete among the continent’s elite.
