The Reds saw the three-goal lead they accrued in last week’s last-eight first leg at Anfield get reduced inside the opening two minutes at Etihad Stadium, as Gabriel Jesus slotted in to give Manchester City an early advantage on the night.
City applied relentless pressure on Loris Karius’ goal in the first half as they strove to reduce their deficit further, but Jürgen Klopp’s team dug deep to get to the interval still 3-1 up on aggregate.
And a different Liverpool emerged for the second half, with their increased attacking intent being rewarded when Salah produced a classy dink to draw them level on the night shortly before the hour mark.