Liverpool Dominates Leverkusen as Alonso Returns

Xabi Alonso, Bayer Leverkusen's coach, praised Liverpool as a 'complete team' following a 4-0 defeat at Anfield in the Champions League, marking his return to his former club as a manager. Liverpool's Luis Díaz scored a hat-trick, leading his team to a resounding victory and maintaining their perfect start under new coach Arne Slot, who has achieved 14 wins in 16 matches. Despite a strong opening from Leverkusen, they faltered after Díaz's opening goal, assisted by Curtis Jones. This victory places Liverpool at the top of both the Premier League and Champions League standings. Alonso, once considered a successor to Jurgen Klopp, chose to remain in Germany, allowing Slot to take over at Liverpool. While the loss was bitter for Alonso, he acknowledged the formidable atmosphere at Anfield and the challenge of facing his former club.