On November 5, 2025, Liverpool secured a 1-0 victory over Real Madrid, ending their perfect Champions League record and inflicting further pain on the returning Trent Alexander-Arnold. The match was a testament to Liverpool's resilience and tactical prowess, with Alexis Mac Allister's header in the 61st minute breaking the deadlock. This win marked Liverpool's first back-to-back victories since late September, propelling them to sixth place in the table and level on points with Madrid, who failed to score for the first time this season. The game was a showcase of Liverpool's ability to adapt and overcome challenges, with a strong performance from the £100 million signing, Florian Wirtz, and a crucial save from goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, whose individual performance in the 2022 final ended Liverpool's hopes of a seventh triumph. The match also featured a controversial moment when a first-half free kick was disallowed due to a VAR decision, and a heated reception for Alexander-Arnold, whose arrival in the 81st minute produced a cacophony of jeers. Despite Real's attacking resources, Courtois made two crucial saves from Dominik Szoboszlai, and the visitors struggled to create significant chances, with Kylian Mbappé's only attempt going well over. The match was a testament to Liverpool's defensive solidity and tactical discipline, with a strong performance from the backline and a well-executed game plan that ultimately led to their triumph.
