Liverpool led 2-1 until the 81st minute when Atletico Madrid suddenly equalized. The match seemed destined for a 2-2 draw, but in the 90+2 minute of added time, Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk dramatically scored from a corner kick, securing a 3-2 victory.
Liverpool started strong in the Champions League with this thrilling win over Atletico Madrid, thanks to Van Dijk’s late header. This marked the fifth consecutive game where Arne Slott’s team snatched victory in dramatic fashion after losing a two-goal lead. The captain’s goal in the second minute of injury time continued their streak of late triumphs.
Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid: The excitement at Anfield reached a peak when Atletico coach Diego Simeone was sent off after an argument with fans.
Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid (3-2)
Alexander Isak, Liverpool’s record £125 million signing from Newcastle, made his debut but struggled and was substituted after 58 minutes. Meanwhile, Liverpool’s experienced players gave the team an early advantage. Andy Robertson opened the scoring in the 4th minute, followed by Mohamed Salah doubling the lead two minutes later.
Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid: Despite leading 2-0 early on, it was the third time in five games Liverpool nearly lost such a lead. Marcos Llorente scored in stoppage time of the first half to make it 2-1, although Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker claimed Griezmann was offside.
Hugo Ekitike replaced Isak in the 58th minute, and Llorente struck again in the 81st to level the score at 2-2. However, Van Dijk’s late header off a corner by Ibrahima Konate sealed the win for Liverpool, also celebrating Coach Slott’s 47th birthday.
