Liverpool Defeats Bayer Leverkusen 4-0

Luis Diaz scored a stunning hat-trick, leading Liverpool to a commanding 4-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League, maintaining their perfect record in the competition. Diaz opened the scoring with an audacious chip in the 61st minute, followed by Cody Gakpo's header just two minutes later, before Diaz added two more goals to complete his hat-trick. This performance marked Diaz's ninth goal of the season, showcasing Liverpool's attacking prowess under coach Arne Slot. The win propels Liverpool to the top of the Champions League standings, two points ahead of Sporting Lisbon. Xabi Alonso, returning to Anfield as Leverkusen's coach, faced a tough defeat against his former club, who have now recorded 14 wins in 16 games this season. The match highlighted Liverpool's resurgence and their readiness for future challenges, including an upcoming clash with defending champions Real Madrid.