Liverpool secured a 3-1 victory against AC Milan in their Champions League opener, overcoming an early deficit with goals from Ibrahima Konate, Virgil van Dijk, and Dominik Szoboszlai. The Reds showcased their attacking strength while Milan struggled to capitalize on their chances.
Liverpool began their Champions League journey with an impressive 3-1 win against AC Milan at the San Siro on September 17, 2024. The match took an unexpected turn early on, with Christian Pulisic putting Milan ahead just three minutes in, exploiting a lapse in Liverpool's defense.
However, the Reds quickly regained their composure. Ibrahima Konate leveled the score with a header from Trent Alexander-Arnold's free-kick, followed by Virgil van Dijk, who gave Liverpool the lead just before halftime. Despite several missed opportunities, including two shots from Mohamed Salah that hit the woodwork, Liverpool maintained control.
The second half saw Milan's situation worsen when goalkeeper Mike Maignan was substituted due to injury. Liverpool seized the opportunity, with Dominik Szoboszlai sealing the victory by converting a cross from Cody Gakpo in the 67th minute.
Post-match, Liverpool manager Arne Slot praised his team's resilience, saying, "We showed character after going behind. The players executed the game plan perfectly, and I couldn't be happier with their response."
Fans expressed their delight on social media, applauding the team's performance and Slot's tactical approach. One supporter noted, "What a way to start our Champions League campaign! Proud of the boys!"
With this victory, Liverpool sets a positive tone for the remainder of their European campaign, while Milan faces a challenging derby against Inter Milan this weekend.
