Liverpool secured a great 2-0 victory over Spanish giants Real Madrid in their UEFA Champions League group stage match at Anfield, maintaining their perfect record in the tournament. Goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo highlighted a night of dominance for Arne Slot’s side, as they moved to the top of the group with 15 points from five games.
Goalless first half despite chances from Allister and Mbappe
The first half saw both Liverpool and Real Madrid create opportunities, but neither side managed to find the back of the net. Alexis Mac Allister’s header was denied by a brilliant save from Thibaut Courtois, while Kylian Mbappe missed a golden opportunity for Madrid, failing to convert a penalty that was comfortably saved by Caoimhin Kelleher.
Mac Allister breaks the deadlock
Liverpool came out stronger in the second half, and it didn’t take long for them to make their mark. In the 52nd minute, Mac Allister combined brilliantly with Conor Bradley, slotting a low shot past Courtois into the far corner to give the Reds a well-deserved lead.
Madrid’s misfires and Salah’s miss
Real Madrid tried to fight back, but their attacking efforts lacked sharpness. Jude Bellingham’s header was ruled offside, and Brahim Díaz’s shot was easily handled by Kelleher. Liverpool had a chance to extend their lead when Mohamed Salah won a penalty, but the Egyptian blasted his effort wide, letting Madrid off the hook soon.
Gakpo secures the win
In the 76th minute, Cody Gakpo sealed the win for Liverpool with a towering header off an Andrew Robertson cross. The goal highlighted Liverpool’s dominance and effectively ended any hopes of a typical Madrid comeback.
Liverpool top the table, Madrid in trouble
The win has done good, as Liverpool’s position at the top of the group with 15 points from five games, maintaining their perfect record in the Champions League this season. Meanwhile, Real Madrid suffered their third defeat and now sit fourth in the group with just six points, threatening their chances of progressing to the knockout stages.
