Liverpool continued their flawless run in the UEFA Champions League this season with a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid on Wednesday night at Anfield.
Under the guidance of head coach Arne Slot, the Reds remain the only unbeaten team in the competition, having won all five of their group-stage matches to secure top spot on Table as they are now the first team to reach the knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League.
The first half ended goalless as both teams failed to capitalize on early opportunities.
However, Liverpool broke the deadlock in the 52nd minute through Alexis Mac Allister, who coolly finished from inside the box to give the home side the lead.
The game was packed with drama, particularly from the penalty spot.
Real Madrid’s star man, Kylian Mbappé, saw his 61st-minute penalty saved, keeping the Reds in control.
Nine minutes later, Mo Salah missed his chance to double Liverpool’s lead, sending his penalty wide of the target.
Cody Gakpo sealed the win in the 76th minute with a brilliant header. Rising above the Real Madrid defense, Gakpo directed a perfectly delivered cross into the back of the net, putting the result beyond doubt.
Real Madrid, struggling with an injury crisis that sidelined key players such as Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo, David Alaba, Dani Carvajal, Éder Militão, and Aurélien Tchouaméni, could not mount a response.
This victory was particularly significant for Liverpool as it avenged their losses to Real Madrid in the Champions League finals of 2018 and 2022.
Slot’s men have now established themselves as strong contenders for this season’s title, combining tactical discipline with attacking flair.
With one game left in the group stage, Liverpool’s perfect campaign continues to inspire dreams of European glory, while Real Madrid’s struggles leave them with questions to answer.