UCL: Mbappe misses penalty as Liverpool outclass Real Madrid 2-0
Liverpool delivered a stunning performance at Anfield to pick a 2-0 win over Real Madrid, keeping their perfect Champions League record.
Goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo sealed the victory in a match marked by intense battles and missed penalties.
The Reds, under new boss Arne Slot, dominated possession from the outset.
Mac Allister opened the scoring in the second half, combining brilliantly with young right-back Conor Bradley, who was making his full Champions League debut.
Mbappe missed his penalty against Liverpool – Getty image
Kylian Mbappé endured a torrid evening, missing a penalty that was well saved by Caoimhin Kelleher.
However, nine minutes later, Mohamed Salah missed Liverpool spot kick as well.
But Gakpo doubled Liverpool’s lead with a powerful header shortly after replacing Darwin Núñez.
Real Madrid, depleted by injuries to key players like Rodrygo, Eder Militão, and Dani Carvajal, fielded 21-year-old Raul Asencio, who made his Champions League debut.
The reigning champions now face an uphill battle to qualify for the knockout stages, with their next test against Atalanta.
For Liverpool, this victory marked their first win over Madrid in nine attempts.
