Six-goal spectacle: Liverpool and Leeds battle to a draw in the Premier League

In a thrilling match, Liverpool drew 3-3 against Leeds United at Elland Road Stadium during the 15th round of the English Championship. The Reds initially led by two goals thanks to Ekitike, but Leeds responded with goals from Calvert-Lewin and Stach. Liverpool regained the lead through Szoboszlai, only for Tanaka to equalize again in stoppage time.

Standings Situation

Following this match, Liverpool has reached three unbeaten games in the English Championship, remaining in eighth place with 23 points. Leeds, in contrast, managed to create a buffer from the relegation zone, sitting in 16th with 15 points—three clear of West Ham, the first team in the relegation zone, which has yet to play in this round.

📋 Match Summary

🟡⚪ LEEDS 3 x 3 LIVERPOOL 🔴⚪

🏆 Competition: English Championship (15th round)
🏟️ Venue: Elland Road Stadium, Leeds

GOALS

How the Game Went

The match began energetically at Elland Road, with both teams creating opportunities. In the opening minute, Okafor rushed forward, shooting low but wide. Liverpool then showcased improved play, nearly taking the lead with a shot from Curtis Jones that hit the crossbar. In the 26th minute, Van Dijk headed a free kick over the goal.

Two minutes into the second half, Liverpool broke the deadlock. A mishandled back pass from Rodon allowed Ekitike to pounce and finish effortlessly as goalkeeper Lucas Perri came out.

Three minutes later, Liverpool doubled their lead. Bradley intercepted the ball on the left and delivered a cross, with Ekitike getting there first to tap it in. After a VAR review for offside, the goal stood.

In the 26th minute, Leeds was awarded a penalty after Konaté fouled Gnonto in the area. After a VAR review, the referee awarded the penalty. Alisson dived correctly but Calvert-Lewin converted from the spot to pull one back.

Leeds soon leveled the score through a fine pass from Aaronson to Stach, who skillfully finished against Alisson. However, Liverpool responded at the 39th minute as Gravenberch set up Szoboszlai, who scored as the keeper advanced.

In stoppage time, Leeds equalized again with a deflected ball from a corner finding Tanaka, who fired hard to beat Alisson and secure a dramatic draw.

Upcoming Matches for the Teams

🟡⚪ LEEDS

🔴⚪ LIVERPOOL

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