Liverpool Advance to Champions League Quarter-Finals, Set to Face PSG
Liverpool secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals after a dominant 4-0 victory over Galatasaray at Anfield on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, completing a 4-1 aggregate win. The Reds will now face reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain in the next round.
Dominant Performance Overcomes First-Leg Deficit
Despite a 1-0 defeat in the first leg in Istanbul, Liverpool showcased a commanding performance at home, fueled by goals from Dominik Szoboszlai, Hugo Ekitike, Ryan Gravenberch and Mohamed Salah. The victory sets up a highly anticipated clash with PSG in the quarter-finals.
Key Moments of the Match
Dominik Szoboszlai opened the scoring for Liverpool in the 25th minute, setting the tone for the remainder of the match. Although Mohamed Salah had a penalty saved by Ugurcan Cakir before halftime, Liverpool continued to press, and the goals came in quick succession after the break.
Hugo Ekitike extended Liverpool’s lead in the 51st minute, followed by a goal from Ryan Gravenberch just two minutes later. Mohamed Salah then added his name to the scoresheet in the 62nd minute with a stunning curling finish, marking his 50th Champions League goal and sealing the victory.
Arne Slot Praises Team’s Response
Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed his satisfaction with his team’s performance, particularly their response after the first-leg setback. Slot highlighted the tempo and driving display exhibited by his players as crucial to their success. Sky Sports reported Slot was thrilled with the performance.
Salah Makes Champions League History
Mohamed Salah’s goal against Galatasaray not only secured the win but also saw him turn into the first African player to reach 50 goals in the Champions League. BBC Sport highlighted this milestone achievement.
Quarter-Final Matchup Against PSG
Liverpool’s quarter-final tie against Paris Saint-Germain promises to be a thrilling encounter. The match will pit Liverpool against the current Champions League holders, setting the stage for a captivating battle between two European giants. beIN SPORTS confirmed the matchup.
Other English Teams Eliminated
Although Liverpool advances, other English clubs were not as fortunate. Manchester City, Chelsea, Newcastle, and Tottenham have all been eliminated from the Champions League this season. Arsenal will face Sporting in another quarter-final tie.