Luis Diaz’s late strike helps Liverpool take big step to last four

The Reds to look forward to Sunday’s Premier League meeting with Manchester City satisfied they are firmly in control of this tie.

Luis Diaz, right,  scores Liverpool's third goal against Benfica at the Estadio da Luz. 

Liverpool took a significant step towards securing a place in the last four of the Champions League after Luis Diaz’s late goal ensured they will take a two-goal advantage into their quarter-final second leg.

Having established a comfortable half-time lead with goals from Ibrahima Konate, his first for the club, and Sadio Mane, Jurgen Klopp’s side appeared set for a comfortable evening in the Estadio Da Luz.