Liverpool 6-0 Qarabag Player Ratings: Mohamed Salah Back on the Scoresheet as The Reds Run Riot at Home

Liverpool hosted Qarabag FK in their final league phase game of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League. The Reds continued their good run in the European competition despite faltering in the domestic league at times.

The game was quite evenly matched in terms of possession, but it was Liverpool who had more shots on target. Qarabag started well but were majorly blunt in front of the goal. Liverpool slowly grew into the game and drew first blood in the match.

The hosts failed to clear their lines from a Liverpool corner, which fell nicely for Alexis Mac Allister at the far post. Although Kochalski pushed it away, the referee’s watch signalled that the ball had already crossed the line.

Arne Slot was seen to sigh in relief as the hosts led within the first 15 minutes. The second goal came in the 21st minute, as Hugo Ekitike made a swift run from the midfield before sliding it in for Florian Wirtz.

The German calmly placed his grounder past a helpless Kochalski at his right post, to double the lead for the hosts on the night. One of the best Premier League wingers, Mohamed Salah, put his name back on the scoresheet in the second half for the Reds, ending his goal drought, with Hugo Ekitike following suit just seven minutes later.

It was Federico Chiesa who scored the sixth for the Reds on the night, sealing a dominant win for Liverpool, and a much-needed one.

Have a look at our Liverpool vs Qarabag Player Ratings.

Key Takeaways

• Liverpool were more clinical of the two sides, as Qarabag failed to make the most of their chances in the final third.
• Mohamed Salah was back on the scoresheet for the Reds, and Florian Wirtz scored his first Champions League goal for his new club.
• Alexis Mac Allister was once again the engine of the team, scoring twice on the night. Hugo Ekitike and Federico Chiesa also joined the party later.

Liverpool Player Ratings vs Qarabag

Here are the Liverpool Player Ratings from the Liverpool vs Qarabag Player Ratings.

Goalkeeper

Alisson - 6.5: Had arguably the best seat in the house to watch the demolition. He was called into action just once, making a comfortable save. His distribution was flawless as always, but this was a quiet night for the Brazilian. He could have brought a book to read.

Defenders

Virgil van Dijk - 9.0: An absolutely colossal performance from the captain. To get three assists as a central defender is just unheard of. He was dominant in the air, composed on the ball, and his long-range passing was a weapon all night. A truly complete display from the highest-rated player on the pitch.

Andrew Robertson - 8.5: The Scottish dynamo was a constant threat down the left flank. He whipped in a staggering 10 crosses and created seven chances for his teammates. His energy is infectious and he gave the Qarabağ defence nightmares. A vintage Robbo performance.

Ryan Gravenberch - 7.0: Deployed in a slightly unfamiliar role, but he was tidy and efficient. We noticed his exceptional pass completion rate of 95%. He recovered the ball 10 times, providing a solid shield. Didn't do anything flashy, but didn't need to.

Jeremie Frimpong - N/A: His night was cruelly cut short by an injury just four minutes into the game. There was simply not enough time to give him a fair rating. Hopefully, the injury isn't too serious.

Midfielders

Alexis Mac Allister - 9.5: Our Man of the Match, without a shadow of a doubt. The Argentine was simply unplayable. He scored two goals, took five shots, and was the engine room of the team. His intelligence and reading of the game were on another level. A masterful performance.

Dominik Szoboszlai - 8.0: A powerhouse display. He provided an assist, created three chances, and his work rate was phenomenal, recovering the ball 11 times. His long-range shooting kept the keeper honest. He was a force of nature in the midfield before being subbed.

Florian Wirtz - 8.0: What a talent. He scored a beautiful goal from distance and was a livewire throughout his time on the pitch. His link-up play with the forwards was a joy to watch. From our perspective, he's a star in the making.

Mohamed Salah - 9.0: The Egyptian King was at his creative best. Seven key passes is a testament to his incredible vision. He capped off his performance with a perfectly executed free-kick goal. Qarabağ just couldn't get near him.

Cody Gakpo - 7.5: Extremely busy and involved in the attack. He registered six shots and created four chances. His movement off the ball was intelligent, constantly finding pockets of space. He'll be disappointed not to score, but it was a strong contribution.

Forwards

Hugo Ekitiké - 7.5: Led the line well and got the goal his performance deserved. He also provided an assist in a lively 67-minute showing. He missed a couple of big chances, but his positioning and instincts were sharp. A very promising outing.

Substitutes

Wataru Endo - 7.0: Came on early for the injured Frimpong and was the definition of reliable. He slotted into the midfield and kept things ticking over with precision. A calming influence.

Rio Ngumoha - N/A: Came on for the final 25 minutes but the game was long over.

Trey Nyoni - N/A: A great experience for the youngster, but not enough time to make a real impact.

Federico Chiesa - N/A: Introduced with the game won, looked lively but had little to do.

Amara Nallo - N/A: A late substitute with the points already secured.

Manager

A. Slot - 9.0: A tactical masterclass. His team was set up to attack from the first minute and they executed his plan to perfection. The football was scintillating. Managed the game well, rotating players once the result was beyond doubt. A perfect night's work.

Qarabag Player Ratings vs Liverpool

Here are the Qarabag Player Ratings from the Liverpool vs Qarabag Player Ratings.

Goalkeeper

Mateusz Kochalski - 6.0: Conceding six goals is never good, but frankly, it could have been ten. He made six saves, some of which were genuinely impressive. He was let down by a shambolic defence. A thankless task.

Defenders

Bahlul Mustafazada - 4.5: He blocked seven shots, which just shows the sheer volume of attacks he faced. He was constantly scrambling and was part of a defence that was torn to shreds. A night to forget.

Kevin Medina - 5.0: The stats show a busy night with eight clearances and five interceptions. He was fighting a losing battle against Liverpool's relentless attack. He never gave up, but he was overwhelmed.

Matheus Silva - 3.0: A truly disastrous performance. He was directly responsible for an error leading to a goal and looked completely out of his depth. A brutal experience against a top-class opponent. What stood out to us was his lack of composure.

Elvin Cafarquliyev - 4.0: Had a torrid time trying to contain Liverpool's right side. He was constantly chasing shadows and offered no respite for his team. It was no surprise to see him substituted.

Midfielders

Marko Jankovic - 4.5: Largely a passenger in the midfield battle. He was bypassed with ease and struggled to get a foothold in the game. Picked up a deserved yellow card for a frustrated challenge.

Joni Montiel - 5.5: One of the few Qarabağ players who showed some real fight. He won seven duels and tried to drive his team forward when he could. It was a spirited effort in a hopeless cause.

Pedro Bicalho - 5.0: Worked tirelessly and made six tackles, but he was simply overrun. He spent the entire match chasing red shirts. An exhausting and fruitless evening's work.

Abdellah Zoubir - 4.5: As the captain, more was expected. He was anonymous for long periods and failed to inspire his team. A very disappointing showing before he was subbed off.

Leandro Andrade - 4.5: Had minimal impact on the game. With only 33 touches in 67 minutes, he was on the periphery of the action. Offered very little either defensively or offensively.

Forwards

Camilo Durán - 5.0: He was completely isolated up front. Managed to get one of his team's few shots on target but was starved of service. A frustrating and lonely night for the striker.

Substitutes

Dani Bolt - N/A: Came on to a game that was already lost.

Toral Bayramov - N/A: Little time or opportunity to change anything.

Nariman Akhundzada - N/A: Brought on for the final stretch with the team in full damage control mode.

Emmanuel Addai - N/A: A late sub with no chance to impact the game.

Musa Qurbanli - N/A: A brief cameo at the end.

Manager

Q. Qurbanov - 4.0: His tactical plan, whatever it was, failed spectacularly. His team was set up in a way that invited pressure, and they had no answer for Liverpool's quality. A humbling and difficult lesson for the manager on the European stage.

Man of the Match

Alexis Mac Allister is Sportsdunia's man of the match.

Worst Performer

Matheus Silva was the worst of the lot in the Liverpool vs Qarabag fixture.