Alexis Mac Allister delivered the decisive performance as Liverpool mounted another Champions League comeback, with the midfielder scoring twice to guide the team past their opponents. Despite manager Andoni Iraola fielding a weakened lineup that nearly backfired in the opening 30 minutes, Mac Allister's clinical finishing and intelligent movement proved pivotal. His display recalled previous European heroics, including a winner against Atletico Madrid and an opener against Tottenham in earlier rotated fixtures.
The midfielder received crucial support from 18-year-old Rio Ngumoha, who provided two assists on the night. Ngumoha's cross found Ronald Araujo at the far post for one goal, while his cutback set up Mac Allister's second strike from six yards. Araujo's brace continues his impressive threat from set-pieces since joining Liverpool from Barcelona.
Florian Wirtz added Liverpool's fourth goal following a pass from Cody Gakpo in his first appearance after a month out. The victory moves Liverpool into second place in the early Champions League standings.
