Liverpool book a Champions League semi-final showdown against Villarreal as they survived a late collapse in Wednesday’s 3-3 draw against Benfica.
Liverpool already had one foot in the last four after winning 3-1 in the quarter-final first leg in Lisbon. They were on control in the second leg at Anfield, but had to hold their nerve before advancing 6-4 on aggregate after an exciting closing stages.
Ibrahima Konate in 21’ put Liverpool ahead before Goncalo Ramos equalised in 32’.
Roberto Firmino netted twice after the interval in 55’ & 65’ to give the host lead.
However, Roman Yaremchuk in 73’ and Darwin Nunez 81’ struck for Benfica to briefly give the visitors hope.
In Semifinals, Liverpool will face Villarreal.
Picture Courtesy: UEFA Media
