Liverpool delivered a commanding performance against Real Madrid in a thrilling UEFA Champions League clash at Anfield on Wednesday night

Goals from Alexis Mac Allister and substitute Cody Gakpo secured a well-deserved 2-0 victory, maintaining Arne Slot’s side’s perfect record in the competition. The match also featured high drama as both Kylian Mbappé and Mo Salah missed second-half penalties.

Mac Allister opened the scoring in the 52nd minute after exchanging passes with Conor Bradley, slotting a precise low shot into the far corner. Despite missed opportunities from the penalty spot—Mbappé denied by Caoimhin Kelleher and Salah hitting the post—Liverpool remained in control. Gakpo sealed the win in the 76th minute with a towering header from Andy Robertson’s pinpoint cross.

The victory lifts Liverpool to the top of the UEFA Champions League standings with five wins from five, while Real Madrid, the defending champions, languish in 23rd after three defeats in five matches. Next, Liverpool will prepare for a pivotal Premier League showdown against Manchester City at Anfield, while Real Madrid return to La Liga action with a home game against Getafe.