Overview
- Alexis Mac Allister decided the match with a header around the hour mark after Thibaut Courtois produced multiple outstanding saves.
- Liverpool restricted Real Madrid to two shots on target, which Robertson cited as evidence the team has regained control in games.
- Robertson said the focus is on consistency after consecutive wins, praising the collective work rate and calling the performance a "massive" team effort.
- The Scotland captain has reclaimed the starting left-back role over summer signing Milos Kerkez, creating a selection call for Arne Slot with a quick turnaround to City.
- Conor Bradley earned plaudits for nullifying Vinícius Júnior, with Virgil van Dijk calling the right-back "outstanding" in a disciplined defensive display.