Fresh off ending a challenging streak of six losses in seven games with a gritty victory over Aston Villa, Arne Slot’s squad looked revitalized, dismantling the Spanish powerhouse before a raucous home crowd.

Though Liverpool dominated the first half, Real Madrid’s goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, kept the visitors in contention with a series of outstanding saves.

Mac Allister breaks the deadlock

The Belgian shot-stopper thwarted Dominik Szoboszlai multiple times and made an incredible reflex save from Virgil van Dijk’s powerful header.

The Belgian denied Dominik Szoboszlai on multiple occasions and produced a remarkable reflex stop from Virgil van Dijk’s header.

The breakthrough finally came in the 61st minute when Alexis Mac Allister found space in the box to nod home Szoboszlai’s well-delivered free-kick, leaving Courtois helpless and sending the Kop into raptures.

Real Madrid fall short

Real’s key men, Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe, were effectively neutralized by Liverpool’s high press and physical dominance in midfield. Arne Slot’s tactical discipline ensured the Spanish side never settled into rhythm.

Former Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold, now with Real Madrid, was introduced late in the game but received a hostile reception from fans who once idolized him.

His brief cameo did little to alter the outcome as Real remained second best until the final whistle.