UCL: Liverpool beat Real Madrid 2-0
- Published By Jedida Barasa For The Statesman Digital
- 6 days ago
Liverpool finally ended their Real Madrid curse as they maintained their flawless Champions League record with a fully deserved victory in a thrilling encounter at Anfield.
They had failed to beat the holders in eight previous meetings in the tournament – including two Champions League finals – but there was no denying Liverpool as head coach Arne Slot’s remarkable start in succession to Jurgen Klopp continues.
Liverpool dominated Carlo Ancelotti’s side, who have now lost three of their five games and must fight for a play-off place in the tournament's new format.
In a game where the two superstars, Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah and Real's Kylian Mbappe, failed from the penalty spot, Alexis Mac Allister put the hosts ahead after 52 minutes with a low shot across Thibaut Courtois in front of an elated Kop.
Real then squandered the chance to draw level as Caoimhin Kelleher saved Mbappe’s penalty following Andy Robertson’s foul on Lucas Vazquez.
Slot's side then missed a spot-kick of their own when Salah blasted wide after he had been upended by Ferland Mendy.
Liverpool did not have to wait long to increase their lead, substitute Cody Gakpo heading past Courtois from Robertson’s cross 14 minutes from time, putting them top of the Champions League table with five wins from five.
The only downside for the hosts came late on as Conor Bradley and Ibrahima Konate limped off, with Slot saying post-match: "It’s difficult to judge so soon after the game. I’m really hoping that both will be available to play."
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