Two Liverpool players impressed as Jurgen Klopp’s side drew 3-3 with Benfica at Anfield, winning 6-4 on aggregate, to reach the semi-finals of the Champions League.The first half was eventful and full of chances. The aptly-named Everton had the first sight of goal, sending a curling effort just wide for Benfica.
Liverpool took the lead in the 21st minute when Ibrahima Konate rose tall to connect with a Kostas Tsimikas set-piece, sending it into the bottom corner. It saw the defender register a goal against Benfica for the second game in a row.
The Reds then had chances through Luis Diaz and Roberto Firmino, but it was Benfica who struck next. Liverpool were sloppy in possession and Goncalo Ra …
- April 14, 2022
