Liverpool seemed to get in real trouble after one of the worst first halves since Jurgen Klopp took over as their coach, but a scintillating second half saw the Reds reaching their third UEFA Champions League final in the last five seasons, and they have a lot to thank their strikers after tonight's performance at La Cerámica Stadium.
One of those footballers that had a massive influence in the game was Sadio Mané, who scored the game-winning goal for the Reds in their time of need. Moreover, he kept Villarreal's defense busy even if he did not find the back of the net during Liverpool's disappointing first half. Nevertheless, the player got a major reward in the end.
The player had already made history in the continental competition with his goal last week, but this time he ended up nabbing a record all to himself.
Top African scorers in the knockout stages (UCL era only):
— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) May 3, 2022
Sadio Mané
Didier Drogba
Mohamed Salah
Samuel Eto'o #UCL pic.twitter.com/M00AK4lUjM
The player, ecstatic at the end of the game, was caught on camera celebrating wildly. Have a look at this hilarious moment by scrolling down (Image might be geo-restricted).
Liverpool reach their third #UCL final in five years. pic.twitter.com/rxG4Yk2wgR
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The Reds will wait for the winner of the match between Real Madrid and Manchester City set to take place this Wednesday.