Overview
- Liverpool raced 2-0 ahead inside six minutes through an Andy Robertson deflection from a Mohamed Salah free-kick and a solo finish by Salah.
- Marcos Llorente struck in first-half stoppage time and again in the 81st minute, pulling Atletico level before the late twist.
- A handball penalty against Clément Lenglet was overturned after a VAR review, a call that drew on-air criticism from Ally McCoist.
- Atletico coach Diego Simeone was shown a red card following a confrontation with a supporter shortly after the decisive goal.
- British-record signing Alexander Isak started on debut but was withdrawn near the hour mark as he builds match fitness, with Arne Slot noting encouraging signs.