In a Champions League clash at Anfield, Liverpool secured a vital 1-0 victory over Real Madrid, handing the Spanish giants their first group-stage defeat.
The match opened with both sides pressing high but Liverpool dominated possession. Real Madrid's goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was kept busy with key saves, particularly from Dominik Szoboszlai's early threats.
The breakthrough came in the 61st minute when Alexis Mac Allister powered home Szoboszlai's free-kick, sparking wild celebrations around Anfield. Courtois was left stranded at the near post as the home side took the lead.
Late in the game, former Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold was introduced by coach Xabi Alonso and was met with relentless boos. Liverpool nearly doubled their lead in the 87th minute, but Courtois produced another stunning stop to deny Cody Gakpo.
The win lifts Liverpool to six points in the group, level on points with Real Madrid but behind on goal difference, keeping the race for second place wide open as both sides aim to secure qualification.
Other Champions League Results:
- Slavia Prague 0-3 Arsenal
- Napoli 0-0 Eintracht Frankfurt
- Atletico Madrid 3-1 Union St. Gilloise
- Bodø/Glimt 0-1 AS Monaco
- Juventus 1-1 Sporting CP
- Olympiacos 1-1 PSV
- PSG 1-2 Bayern Munich
- Tottenham 4-0 Copenhagen
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Liverpool claim crucial 1-0 victory over Real Madrid at Anfield
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