Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League, thanks to goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo, leaving Carlo Ancelotti’s team in a precarious position.
The match was filled with drama, including missed penalties from both Kylian Mbappé and Mohamed Salah. Despite flashes of brilliance, Real Madrid’s offense struggled against a resolute Liverpool defense, while the Spanish side’s goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois delivered a standout performance to prevent further damage
The opening 45 minutes were electric, with both teams creating numerous chances. Liverpool came close to scoring early, with Marco Asensio clearing a ball off the line in the third minute and Darwin Núñez forcing a superb save from Courtois.
Real Madrid, led by Mbappé and Brahim Díaz, responded with counterattacks but failed to capitalize on their opportunities. Mbappé’s lack of sharpness was evident, as the French star struggled to find the composure that once defined him.
On the other end, Liverpool’s attacking trio of Núñez, Salah, and Luis Díaz proved relentless, testing the Madrid defense at every turn.
However, both sides went into the break with the score still 0-0, a result that belied the high tempo and quality of the match.
Liverpool broke the deadlock shortly after halftime with a clinical strike from Mac Allister, who capitalized on a defensive lapse by Real Madrid.
The Spanish giants tried to rally, but Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher was in sensational form, making crucial saves to deny Madrid an equalizer.
Salah then missed a penalty that could have doubled Liverpool’s lead, but the home side maintained their pressure. Cody Gakpo, introduced in the second half, sealed the victory with a powerful header, leaving Real Madrid stunned.