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Alexander-Arnold Booed on Anfield Return as Liverpool Edge Real Madrid

Postmatch, coaches emphasized a professional response to the boos.

Overview

  • A mural of Trent Alexander-Arnold near Anfield was defaced with the word "rat" before the game but was cleaned prior to kickoff.
  • The former Liverpool defender came on around the 80th minute for Real Madrid and was loudly jeered during warmups and with each touch.
  • Liverpool won 1-0 in the Champions League tie through an Alexis Mac Allister header in the 61st minute, with Thibaut Courtois making several saves.
  • Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso said the reaction was "no problem" and described Alexander-Arnold as professional and mature.
  • Liverpool manager Arne Slot praised the sustained atmosphere and said he hugged Alexander-Arnold after the final whistle.