Liverpool secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against RB Leipzig in the Champions League, continuing their unbeaten run in Europe this season. The win marks Liverpool’s third consecutive victory in the group stage, putting them level on points with Aston Villa at nine.
The match’s pivotal moments hinged on Darwin Nunez and substitute goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher. Nunez, eager to get on the scoresheet, scored the decisive goal in the first half, capitalizing on a header from Mohamed Salah. Just moments before, Leipzig had a goal disallowed for offside. Kelleher made several crucial saves, notably denying shots from Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko and Xavi Simons to maintain a clean sheet amidst a late push from the home side.
Despite not being at their best, Liverpool effectively managed the game to emerge victorious.
Highlights from the match included the disallowed goal for Leipzig’s Lois Openda in the 82nd minute, and several key saves from Kelleher throughout the match. The win continues Arne Slot’s impressive start as Liverpool’s manager, matching a record set by the legendary Bill Shankly by winning his first three European matches.
With this result, Liverpool maintains a strong standing in the Champions League, being one of only two teams to have won all three of their matches thus far. The Reds are currently positioned second in their group, just behind Aston Villa on goal difference.
Arne Slot’s squad has broken club records with this victory, achieving a perfect start away from home and showing resilience as they push to advance further in the competition. Meanwhile, rival team Manchester City also secured a win over Sparta Prague, contributing to a successful week for English clubs in the Champions League.