Liverpool came out strong, with Darwin Nunez almost forcing an own goal from Real’s Raul Asencio in the opening minutes. Real Madrid quickly settled, taking control with patient possession and drawing fouls to disrupt the game’s flow.
A pivotal tackle from Conor Bradley to stop Mbappe revived Anfield’s energy, and Liverpool created a flurry of chances, with Nunez and Luis Diaz both testing Thibaut Courtois. Despite dominating the first half, Liverpool couldn’t break through before the break.
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After halftime, Liverpool continued to press, and a quick one-two between Bradley and Mac Allister resulted in the Argentine firing home to make it 1-0. Real Madrid was handed a lifeline shortly after, with Andy Robertson fouling Lucas Vazquez in the box, gifting Mbappe a penalty. But Kelleher’s crucial save, diving to his left, denied the French star and kept Liverpool in control.
Minutes later, Mohamed Salah earned a penalty for Liverpool, but his shot blazed wide, keeping Madrid’s hopes alive. However, Gakpo’s header from Robertson’s cross in the 77th minute all but sealed the win, with 13 minutes remaining on the clock.
Kylian Mbappe’s Struggles Continue
Mbappe’s tough night at Anfield added fuel to the debate over his impact at Real Madrid. The French forward, who was deployed on the left wing, failed to capitalize on Madrid’s best opportunity, missing the penalty, and spent much of the game out of sync with Liverpool’s defense, particularly with Conor Bradley keeping him quiet. His lack of impact on this crucial Champions League night will only intensify scrutiny of his performances for the Spanish club.
While this may be said in jest, Caoimhin Kelleher’s stellar performances in goal for Liverpool cannot be overlooked. Despite facing minimal action in this match, Kelleher rose to the occasion when it mattered most, saving Mbappe’s penalty and proving his value in critical moments.
With two penalty saves in consecutive games, Kelleher’s form will only add to the conversation surrounding Liverpool’s goalkeeper options.
Liverpool player stopping Madrid player from scoring at Anfield yesterday
Despite the high spirits of their victory, Liverpool will be concerned about the injuries to Conor Bradley and Ibrahima Konate, both of whom appeared to sustain hamstring and knee injuries during the match. With a pivotal clash against Manchester City on the horizon, manager Arne Slot will be hoping for positive updates as he prepares for the next challenge.
Liverpool’s 2-0 win over Real Madrid not only earned them a long-awaited victory over the Spanish giants but also solidified their position at the top of Group E in the Champions League. Despite injury concerns, the Reds are in fine form as they head into their crucial upcoming fixtures
