Muriqi’s 79th‑minute header sparks Fenerbahçe comeback over Liverpool

Vedat Muriqi dedicates match‑winning 79th‑minute header to Fenerbahçe’s fans as he comes off the bench to seal a historic 3‑2 triumph in a dramatic fashion over Liverpool, declaring the victory must be a turning point for this season clearly today.

The Kosovo international delivered the turning point in the 79th minute at the Chobani Stadium, rising highest to convert a towering header and cap off a relentless second‑half comeback.

In the mixed zone after the final whistle, Muriqi reflected on a turbulent spell for the club and praised the squad’s character for overturning a deficit twice against Premier League opposition.

He said, “We have gone through difficult times, but we have shown how great Fenerbahçe is.”

He added, “Everyone felt that on the pitch tonight; we started extremely well—we hit the post early on and then conceded an unlucky opener, but we managed to respond. I thank everyone from the bottom of my heart, and I hope this victory serves as the turning point for our season.”

Muriqi also referenced the side’s previous Champions League match, a 2‑2 draw with Slavia Prague, which he felt deserved three points and spurred the team to push through to the end against Liverpool.

Champions League points boost

The win lifts Fenerbahçe to five points in the Champions League phase, putting them back in contention ahead of upcoming matches with Shakhtar Donetsk and LASK Linz.

Despite beating six‑time European champions Liverpool, Muriqi kept the squad’s ultimate target sharply in focus.

He asserted, “Today we achieved a great victory. We have five points now with Shakhtar and LASK ahead, but our main goal remains winning the Süper Lig title. We will continue to push and go as far as we possibly can in Europe.”