Liverpool’s trip to Frankfurt turned into a night of redemption — and at the heart of it was Florian Wirtz. The £116 million signing from Bayer Leverkusen returned to Germany and silenced his critics with a masterful display that reminded everyone why Liverpool invested so heavily in him.
After four straight defeats, Arne Slot’s side needed a response. They delivered five goals through Ekitike, Van Dijk, Konaté, Gakpo, and Szoboszlai — but Wirtz was the true conductor behind it all. His creativity and control in midfield gave Liverpool their spark back.
The German playmaker recorded two assists, created four chances, and completed 89% of his passes. German Football News named him Man of the Match, while BILD hailed his performance as “a long-awaited return — and worth every second.”
For Wirtz, the match was personal. Returning home after months of Premier League struggles, he looked reborn — confident, composed, and commanding. His no-look pass for Gakpo and inch-perfect delivery to Szoboszlai showcased the vision that once lit up the Bundesliga.
After the game, Slot said simply: “He played like a man who belongs here.”
That summed up the night perfectly — Wirtz didn’t just return to Germany; he returned to his best.
With his form surging and Liverpool’s rhythm restored, this might just be the beginning of Florian Wirtz’s defining chapter in red
