Liverpool and Actual Madrid performed out a goalless however enthralling first half in a conflict between two of European soccer’s big-hitters at Anfield
Trent Alexander-Arnold’s return to his boyhood membership for the primary time since leaving in the summertime had dominated a lot of the pre-game headlines, and whereas his reception in the course of the warm-up was removed from welcoming, his place on the bench meant that narrative was put to at least one aspect throughout what was a captivating opening 45.
Dominik Szoboszlai had arguably one of the best likelihood of the half when he met Florian Wirtz’ move throughout the field. The Hungarian maybe ought to have discovered the again of the online, however the big body of goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was shortly out to smother the hazard.
The Reds midfielder then had an element to play in a possible penalty shout when his shot hit Aurelien Tchouameni however the choice was ultimately overturned, VAR deeming the French midfielder’s hand was too near his physique.
In entrance of a usually raucous house crowd, Arne Slot’s aspect had the higher of the tie by way of possibilities, with Courtois pulling off a number of extra positive saves.
Nonetheless, Jude Bellingham may have edged Actual in entrance from a good angle simply earlier than the break, however Liverpool keeper Giorgi Mamardashvili was equal to it.