Salah Ends Goal Drought as Liverpool Thrash Qarabag 6-0, Secure Champions League Last 16 Spot
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News18•29-01-2026, 11:00
Salah Ends Goal Drought as Liverpool Thrash Qarabag 6-0, Secure Champions League Last 16 Spot
- •Mohamed Salah scored his first goal since November 1, ending an eight-game drought, as Liverpool defeated Qarabag 6-0.
- •The victory secured Liverpool's automatic qualification for the Champions League last 16, avoiding play-off rounds.
- •Goals from Alexis Mac Allister (2), Florian Wirtz, Mohamed Salah, Hugo Ekitike, and Federico Chiesa sealed Liverpool's biggest win since 2023.
- •Manager Arne Slot expressed satisfaction with the performance, highlighting the importance of early goals and acknowledging room for improvement.
- •Despite the win, Slot faces pressure due to Liverpool's recent Premier League struggles and a 14-point deficit behind leaders Arsenal.
Why It Matters: Liverpool's dominant 6-0 win over Qarabag, featuring Salah's goal, ensures their Champions League last 16 progression.
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