Real Madrid's Champions League struggles continued with a 2-0 defeat to Liverpool. Alexis Mac Allister scored the opener, while Kylian Mbappé’s penalty miss drew sharp criticism. Cody Gakpo sealed the win for the Reds, leaving Madrid in a precarious group stage position and facing growing pressure to turn things around.
Real Madrid's struggles in the Champions League deepened as they fell 2-0 to Liverpool at Anfield. Alexis Mac Allister put the Reds ahead in the 52nd minute with a clinical finish following a clever link-up with Conor Bradley. Madrid had a lifeline shortly after when Lucas Vazquez earned a penalty, but Kylian Mbappé's underwhelming effort was comfortably saved by Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher.
Fans expressed their frustration online, criticizing Mbappé for failing to deliver in high-pressure moments. Some compared his impact to other disappointing signings, while others called for him to be benched in favor of young forward Endrick.
Liverpool sealed the victory late in the game when Cody Gakpo headed in Andy Robertson’s precise cross. The win ensured Liverpool’s unbeaten record in this season’s competition and further showcased their strong form.
For Madrid, the defeat highlighted ongoing issues, including poor finishing and inconsistency, which have left them struggling in the group stage. With only three matches left, Madrid faces a tough path to qualification.
Their upcoming fixtures include an away game against Atalanta and home matches against RB Salzburg and Brest. Manager Carlo Ancelotti must urgently find solutions to revive the team's fortunes and reduce the mounting pressure on star players like Mbappé.
The clock is ticking for Real Madrid to turn their campaign around and meet the high expectations of their fans and critics alike.
