Liverpool’s 3–1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt at Anfield was anything but straightforward. For some, it was another example of inconsistency and missed opportunities. For others, it was a thrilling display of determination and attacking power. Whichever way you look at it, the match reflected both the brilliance and the flaws of Arne Slot’s evolving side.
Liverpool started brightly, creating early chances through high pressing and quick transitions. Yet, defensive lapses and moments of indecision allowed Frankfurt to grow into the game. By halftime, the Anfield crowd had seen flashes of the old Liverpool — energetic, creative, and fearless — but also the familiar frustrations that have defined much of this season.
The standout performer on the night was Darwin Núñez. The Uruguayan forward’s tireless running and aggressive pressing unsettled the Frankfurt defense throughout the match. Although his finishing was inconsistent, his persistence was eventually rewarded with a well-taken goal that reignited Liverpool’s momentum.
Dominik Szoboszlai also impressed, dictating play in midfield and restoring much-needed control during chaotic moments. His ability to drive the team forward and link midfield with attack gave Liverpool their rhythm when it mattered most. Luis Díaz, too, was lively on the flanks — direct, determined, and constantly stretching the opposition defense.
However, despite the scoreline, not everything went Liverpool’s way. Mohamed Salah endured another quiet evening, struggling to make his usual impact in front of goal. Once the focal point of Liverpool’s attack, the Egyptian forward looked uncharacteristically subdued and disconnected from the flow of play.
Defensively, the Reds were far from convincing. Frankfurt found gaps in the back line too easily, exposing vulnerabilities that could have proved costly against a more clinical side. Even with Alisson’s reliable presence in goal, Liverpool’s defenders failed to show the composure and communication required at this level.
For Arne Slot, the win offers relief but not reassurance. His tactical ideas remain under scrutiny, as Liverpool continue to alternate between flashes of brilliance and periods of confusion. The three points will please supporters on paper, but the performance itself leaves lingering doubts about the team’s consistency and direction.
In the end, Liverpool’s victory over Frankfurt was both a reminder of their attacking potential and a warning of the issues still to be resolved. The result keeps the team’s momentum alive — but until the performances become more complete, questions about the Reds’ true form will continue to surface.
