Liverpool haven’t had much luck this season, so only the hardest heart would begrudge them the gifts presented by RB Leipzig in Budapest.
They came with what will almost certainly be a free pass to the Champions League last eight. Whether the match is played at Anfield, or beyond, it is hard to see Leipzig winning by a three-goal margin. As Manchester United know, they are not best on their travels and stripped of genuine home advantage by covid restrictions, this tie looks pretty much over. Liverpool were excellent, and well deserved their win and its margin. Mo Salah and Sadio Mane were both left one on one by defensive lapses, with predictable results.