After a not so beautiful display, Liverpool would most probably be frightened when facing off against teams from Madrid.
During the 2019/2020 season, they were defeated by Diego Simeone's men, Atletico Madrid. Fast forward to the 2020/2021 season, Liverpool has fallen to another defeat from a Madrid side. This time Real Madrid.
Liverpool's champions league history in the last decade
In the last decade, Liverpool has always been removed from the knockout stages by a team from Madrid. The last time this proved otherwise was in 2009.
Ever since then, there has been a few group stage knockouts here and there. However, all exits in the knock out stages have come from either Los Blancos or Atletico Madrid.
Highlights from the game at Anfield
Liverpool produced some good display at their home ground. During the early exchanges, Mohammed Salah missed a one on one chance against Thibaut Courtois, after a mistake in the Madrid half.
However, Zidane's men were able to hold their own. Sometimes even defending with nine behind the ball.
Asides the masterclass defensive display from Real Madrid, there were also some moments of brilliance in attack for Zidane's men.
Federico Valverde, the young Uruguayan played at an unfamiliar position in the right-back. Nonetheless, it didn’t stop him from producing the best chance of the game.
Midway into the second half, Valverde hit a long ball that fell nicely on the chase for Vinicius. The Brazilian ran unto the pass, however his first touch was a bit too much, and Allison was able to make the save.
Conclusion
It was another masterclass display for Zizou and his men. Next up will their semi-final tie against Chelsea. Everyone will be seating back and watching as events unfold.
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