Liverpool defeated Real Madrid 1–0 at Anfield, handing the Spanish side their first loss of the group stage in a match marked by intensity, structure, and decisive moments. The Reds, who had struggled in recent weeks, regained rhythm and control, while Madrid relied heavily on Thibaut Courtois to stay alive for most of the game, with the Belgian goalkeeper making key saves, including a one-on-one against Dominik Szoboszlai.
Liverpool pressed high, recovered the ball quickly, and generated clear scoring chances through organized transitions and strong midfield presence. Real Madrid, meanwhile, lacked fluidity in attack and rarely connected in the final third, finding little space against a compact defensive block. Despite isolated bursts, the Spanish champions struggled to influence the match offensively.
The breakthrough came in the 61st minute, when World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister headed in a set-piece delivered by Szoboszlai, sending Anfield into celebration. With this victory, Liverpool gains momentum and confidence ahead of the next fixtures, while Real Madrid will need to adjust creatively and raise their pace to stay competitive. In other results: Tottenham 4–0 Copenhagen, Atlético 3–1 Union Saint-Gilloise, Juventus 1–1 Sporting, Napoli 0–0 Eintracht, Olympiacos 1–1 PSV, and Monaco 1–0 at Bodø/Glimt.
