Liverpool flex their muscles with a commanding victory
In a dominant display of attacking prowess, Liverpool cruised to a resounding 5-0 victory over Austrian side LASK Linz in their Europa League group stage encounter. Mohamed Salah continued his scintillating form by netting a brace, while Sadio Mane, Diogo Jota, and Roberto Firmino added their names to the scoresheet, ensuring a comfortable triumph for the Reds.
Jurgen Klopp's side, determined to maintain their unbeaten streak in the Europa League, took the lead early on through Salah's clinical finish. They continued to press forward relentlessly, and their efforts were rewarded when Mane doubled their advantage with a deft strike shortly before halftime.
After the break, Liverpool showed no signs of letting up, as Jota extended their lead with a composed finish. Salah then grabbed his second goal of the night, capping off a fine individual performance. To complete the rout, Firmino added the finishing touch with a late tap-in, sealing a comprehensive victory for the Premier League giants.
Marseille edge Ajax in a closely contested encounter
In a pulsating encounter, Olympique Marseille edged out Dutch champions Ajax 3-2 in a thrilling Europa League clash. The match was a see-saw affair, with both teams showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive resilience.
Marseille took the lead through a Cengiz Ünder strike, but Ajax responded swiftly through Steven Berghuis's equalizer. The French side regained their advantage before halftime thanks to a goal from Arkadiusz Milik.
In the second half, Ajax continued to push for an equalizer, and their efforts were rewarded when Dusan Tadic converted a penalty. However, Marseille had the final say, as Milik scored his second goal of the night to secure a hard-fought victory for the home side.
