Overview
- Alexis Mac Allister’s second-half header from a set piece decided the Champions League group-stage match at Anfield.
- Thibaut Courtois made eight saves to keep the scoreline narrow and said Madrid conceded too many needless fouls near their box.
- Real Madrid managed only two shots on target and failed to break Liverpool’s last defensive line to create clear chances.
- Xabi Alonso outlined a midfield-heavy plan with Arda Guler cutting inside before shifting roles and introducing Trent Alexander-Arnold and Rodrygo.
- Alonso called it their toughest group game so far and pressed for improvements ahead of an away trip to Olympiakos and a home meeting with Manchester City.