Mohamed Salah of Liverpool celebrates after scoring a free-kick against QarabagLiverpool secured their spot in the Champions League last 16 with a commanding victory over Qarabag at Anfield on Wednesday evening. Arne Slot's men entered the match aware that victory would guarantee their position in the top eight and their passage straight through to the last 16. Mac Allister broke the deadlock in the 15th minute, bundling home a corner at the far post, with goal-line technology confirming his header had crossed the line before goalkeeper Mateusz Kochalski managed to scoop it clear. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTThe advantage doubled six minutes later when Ekitike weaved through the backline before setting up Wirtz to drill home from the edge of the area. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTChiesa, coming on as a substitute, scored his first goal since September to make it six of the best, rounding off a flawless evening for Liverpool.

Source: Express January 28, 2026 22:39 UTC