Liverpool 1–0 Real Madrid: Reds Dominate at Anfield
Liverpool delivered a strong home performance to secure a commanding 1–0 win over Real Madrid in the Champions League at Anfield. The victory marked their second consecutive win, the first such streak since September.
Match Overview
Alexis Mac Allister scored the decisive goal shortly after the hour mark, helping Arne Slot’s team continue their positive momentum from last weekend’s Premier League triumph over Aston Villa. Liverpool’s attacking control and defensive discipline ensured they were in command for most of the match.
Key Stats and Performance
- Expected goals (xG): Liverpool 2.58 – Real Madrid 0.45
- Shots on target: Liverpool 8 – Real Madrid 2
- Possession: Liverpool dominated large spells of play with relentless pressing and quick transitions.
Individual Battles
Two key duels defined the game:
- Conor Bradley’s containment of Vinícius Júnior on Liverpool’s right flank limited Madrid’s attacking threat.
- Thibaut Courtois’s heroics in goal prevented a heavier defeat for the visitors.
“In truth, the 1–0 scoreline probably flattered the visitors, who would have been beaten far more comfortably were it not for the heroics of Thibaut Courtois.”
Analysis
Liverpool showed no signs of the crisis often attributed to them earlier in the season. Their energy, cohesion, and tactical clarity under Slot were apparent throughout the match. Real Madrid, meanwhile, struggled to generate meaningful chances or sustain possession under pressure.
Author’s Summary: Liverpool’s 1–0 win over Real Madrid at Anfield combined tactical sharpness, intensity, and defensive control, signaling renewed form and belief for the Reds under Arne Slot.
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