Liverpool fans at Anfield were treated to an exhilarating second half as the Reds surged to a 4-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen, with Colombian forward Luis Diaz scoring a standout hat-trick. All four goals came after halftime, demonstrating Liverpool’s attacking firepower and tactical control.
The match began with both teams creating opportunities, but neither was able to score. Liverpool opened the scoring early in the second half when Curtis Jones threaded a precise pass through the Leverkusen defense. Diaz made a perfectly timed run, controlled the ball, and calmly chipped it over goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky, putting Liverpool 1-0 ahead.
Liverpool quickly doubled their lead as Cody Gakpo met a cross from Mohamed Salah, heading the ball into the net at the back post. Although the linesman initially flagged for offside, VAR reviewed the decision and confirmed the goal, igniting celebrations throughout Anfield.
With Bayer Leverkusen struggling to defend, Liverpool kept up the pressure. Seven minutes before the final whistle, Diaz struck again. Mohamed Salah delivered a precise cross into the box, which Diaz controlled expertly before calmly finishing for his second goal of the match.
Liverpool’s defense remained firm, with goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher making three key saves to preserve the clean sheet.
As the match neared its end, Liverpool broke quickly on a counterattack. Diaz was in the ideal spot once again, completing his hat-trick in stoppage time to seal a 4-0 victory.
This commanding win not only strengthens Liverpool’s Champions League campaign but also highlights the depth and current form of their attacking lineup. With Diaz in dazzling form, Liverpool’s European aspirations remain strong.
