Liverpool tightened their grip on the contest by the 70th minute when Dominik Szoboszlai extended the lead to 4\u20131, calmly slotting home after another perfectly weighted pass from Florian Wirtz. The goal encapsulated the visitors\u2019 dominance \u2014 measured buildup, a sudden burst through midfield, and a composed low finish that underlined their control in Frankfurt.<\/p>\n
That authority had been established before the interval. Hugo Ekitike levelled in the 35th minute, meeting Andy Robertson\u2019s inch-perfect cross with a composed first-time finish. Just four minutes later, Cody Gakpo\u2019s curling delivery from the right found Virgil van Dijk, who rose highest to nod Liverpool ahead and swing the momentum decisively their way.<\/p>\n
After the break, Liverpool turned superiority into security. In the 66th minute, Wirtz split Frankfurt\u2019s defence with a precise through ball, enabling Gakpo to finish clinically across the goalkeeper for 3\u20131 \u2014 a textbook demonstration of Arne Slot\u2019s dynamic, vertical approach.<\/p>\n
Moments later, Wirtz once again dictated play, slipping another incisive pass into the box for Szoboszlai to finish with precision and composure. Two assists in five minutes showcased the German\u2019s creative brilliance and Liverpool\u2019s complete command of the midfield.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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