Liverpool roar back to form with 5–1 Champions League rout over Frankfurt

Liverpool emphatically ended their four-match losing streak with a commanding 5–1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League, powered by a standout performance from Hugo Ekitike against his former club.

The Reds, who had started the season with seven straight wins, appeared vulnerable early on in Germany as Rasmus Kristensen gave Frankfurt the lead. But Jurgen Klopp’s side responded with a flurry of goals before halftime, showcasing their attacking prowess and resilience.

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Ekitike, making his first start alongside British-record signing Alexander Isak, equalized ten minutes before the break, latching onto Andy Robertson’s pinpoint pass and finishing coolly. Captain Virgil van Dijk then headed Liverpool into the lead from a corner, followed swiftly by Ibrahima Konate’s near-identical header to make it 3–1.

Isak was withdrawn at halftime due to a groin injury, confirmed by manager Arne Slot post-match, but Liverpool’s momentum remained unchecked. Cody Gakpo added a fourth, converting Florian Wirtz’s square ball, before Dominik Szoboszlai capped the night with a thunderous long-range strike—Wirtz again the provider.

The result marks a vital turnaround for Liverpool following their recent slump, including a defeat to Manchester United. With renewed confidence and attacking fluidity, the Reds now look ahead to their next European fixture with momentum firmly on their side.

Liverpool roar back to form with 5–1 Champions League rout over Frankfurt