Steven Gerrard was watching from the television studio in the corner of Anfield and approved of this. Dominik Szoboszlai, wearing the No 8 like Gerrard, drove Liverpool forward from central midfield and booked their place in the Champions League quarter-finals.

Liverpool fans have questioned the decision of coach Arne Slot to name midfielder Alexis Mac Allister in the starting XI against Galatasaray.

Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring his 50th Champions League goal Michael Regan/ After a disappointing few weeks, the pressure eased slightly on Arne Slot as Liverpool produced one of their best performances of the season to progress to the Champions League quarter-finals with an impressive victory over Galatasaray.

Galatasaray vs Liverpool Highlights, UEFA Champions League 2025-26: Follow the GAL vs LIV Round of 16 first leg fixture at Rams Park, Istanbul, as Galatasaray beat Liverpool 1-0 on March 10, 2026