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By TUM BALOGUN, SPORTS REPORTER and OLIVER HOLT, CHIEF SPORTS WRITER and IAN LADYMAN, FOOTBALL EDITOR and MATT BARLOW, FOOTBALL WRITER Updated: 08: 59 AEDT, 5 November 2025 274 View comments Follow Daily Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates as Liverpool welcome Real Madrid to Anfield as Tottenham play host to Copenhagen at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the Champions League, with Oliver Holt, Ian Ladyman and Matt Barlow reporting from the grounds. Vinicius Jr is getting frustrated now after an hour and a half of being pocketed by Bradley. The Northern Irishman is probably the man of the match as things stand. Mbappe has been kept very quiet as well. Five minutes away from a huge win here, Liverpool. Robertson and Wirtz are coming off for Chiesa and Kerkez. I have to say, that's a bit strange by Slot. Robertson has been brilliant and Liverpool are only one up. SO CLOSE FOR THE REDS! First Courtois and then Militao keep Madrid in his game. Salah did wonderfully before setting up Gakpo but Courtois was there again. Then seconds later, Militao blocked Salah when he looked sure to score. Madrid have picked up the pace. Still plenty of time for them to get themselves an equaliser or maybe more. But the Anfield crowd are doing their best to get behind their men. This is going to be some finish! Chiesa is getting ready to come on for Liverpool here. I imagine it'll be Wirtz that departs. There were a few applause but let's be honest, the vast majority of Reds fans were booing and continued after his first touch of the match. He's going to have a hand in a Madrid goal, isn't he? This could get spicy. .. Trent is getting ready to enter the fray. Jones and Gakpo are replacing Mac Allister and Ekitike. The Argentine's header seperated the sides and he's put in his best display for some time. Elsewhere, Ekitke comes off after another industrous performance. Mbappe got a little bit of space in the middle but it was a very hard chance to take. The fact he came to close, shows how well he did with it. The half volley just curled wide of the far post but for a second, it looked like it was in! Some pressure being exerted by the Spanish giants nowbut Liverpool are holding form. This has been their most complete performance of the season thus far, but there's a long way to go yet. Feels like Slot needs something from his bench shortly. Camavinga off, Rodrygo on. This game is about to get even more exciting. Blimey, Spurs, calm down. it's FOUR! Another ruthless counter from Spurs ends with Joao Palhinha coolly finishing from close range after being picked out by Cristian Romero. The midfielder made no mistake, slotting past the stranded keeper to make it 4-0. Tottenham cruising and the home fans loving every minute of it. Micky van de Ven storms forward from the back, gliding past challenges before unleashing a low drive into the bottom corner. A brilliant solo effort from the Dutchman makes it 3-0 to Tottenham. Copenhagen have no answers as Frank’s men turn on the style in Europe. LIVERPOOL LEAD! Szoboszlai puts in a wicked cross and Mac Allister stretches to get his head on it ahead of Ekitike and powers the header in beyond Courtois. VAR had a check becuase it was a tight offside but the goal has been confirmed and Liverpool get the goal they deserve. Bellingham in the book this time and another free-kick for Liverpoo. Arsenal would have scored about 10 by now. Liverpool are very much on top right now. Free-kicks in dangerous areas, shots on goal but Courtois has been just too good. Madrid will have a chance of their own at some point. Disaster for Copenhagen as goalkeeper Dominik Kotarski spills a routine ball right into Wilson Odobert’s path. The Spurs forward can’t believe his luck and rolls it into an empty net to make it 2-0. Thomas Frank’s side cruising in north London now. This is gettiong ridiculous. Might as well give up now Reds. Courtois will not be beaten tonight. This time he thwarts Ekitke, whose header was bound for the top corner. COURTOIS AGAIN! It's another fast start by the Reds and the home fans are doing their bit to drive their team on. Van Dijk got away from his marker and nodded it on goal but the big Belgian was there once again. Let's get back to it! Madrid get the second half back underway at Anfield. I'm expecting another rip-roaring half of action. . and hopefully some goals. The referee brings the first half to a close and Madrid really have their goalkeeper to thank for it being level, well, and the official. The main talking point is, of course, that handball decision but aside from that, Courtois has been the headline. He's made a string of impressive stops to deny the home side and even popped up with another right before the conclusion of the half. Really late tackle by the former Bournemouth defender on Ekitke. Two additional minutes at the end of this thrilling first half. It's Mamardashvilli's turn to impress. The Reds stopper makes a really smart save at his near post after Bellingham had danced past Konate. Szoboszlai lets rip again but once again, Courtois is equal to it. He then gets some help from Valverde, who clears it before Salah can tap into an empty net. Fuelled by that sense of injustice, Liverpool have been all over Madrid in the last few minutes. Their general play as been loads better than in recent weeks, as has their defending but they'll want something to show for their effort. WOW! The referee has now decided that it wasn't a handball at all. So Madrid now have the ball. I mean, especially in Europe, that is really odd. That's a crazy call. When Szoboszlai had his shot blocked, the referee immediately pointed for a free-kick but the Madrid player looked like he was inside the box here. VAR review incoming, this has to be a penalty. LIVERPOOL SHOULD BE AHEAD! Courtois denies Szoboszlai from about three yards out but to be fair, there's not much more the Hungarian could have done. Courtois spread himself and managed to deflect the shot with his right leg. Huge chance for the home side. The Brazilian becomes he first name in the referee's book after fouling Bradley on the Liverpool counter. The Liverpool fullback has made a really impressive start so far. This has been Madrid's best period. They're controlling the ball now and forcing the likes of Salah and Wirtz to do more defending that would like. The Reds' defence is holding up fine for now. Tottenham take the lead as Xavi Simons threads a perfect pass through to Brennan Johnson. The winger races clear, sends the keeper the wrong way with a clever dummy, then calmly lifts the ball over him and into the net. A classy finish to give Spurs a 1-0 lead. That's a decent chance for Mbappe. The Frenchman blasts his shot over the crossbar from the edge of the area after a nice move by the Spanish side. Early warning for Liverpool of the threat they're up against. Mac Allister fires over after a high turnaround from the Reds. Wirtz did brilliantly to win the ball on the touchline before finding Szoboszlai, who fed Mac Allister. But the Argentine's curling effort from the edge of the area went high over the keeper's crossbar. Finally, some control for the visitors. Mbappe and Vinicius Jr are getting on the ball more and they're just starting to quiet he crowd. Neither keeper has been forced into action. Madrid are rushed. Slot's men have done a fine job in unsettling their opponents in the early exchanges but they haven't been able to test Courtois just yet. I know it's early but this feels like an important period. Energetic start by the Reds. They're buoyed by the spirited fans behind the Kop. Worth noting that Madrid have turned the Reds around, so they're attacking their fans end in the first half. And we are finally underway! Liverpool get the match started. Liverpool need this one more than their opponents and they have the home support as well. Even though they're facing the mighty Madrid, it will feel like a big blow if they're unable to secure all three points tonight. By Tum Balogun The players are about to come back in the tunnel as the Anfield faithful sing 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. Kick-off is just minutes away. All focus now turns to what should be another classic European night at Anfield. The rain is pouring down on Merseyside as the players head back inside after their warm-ups. Anfield is filling quickly despite the miserable conditions, the home fans in fine voice, the travelling Madrid contingent looking typically confident - but don’t they always? The noise is building and kick-off is closing in on a huge European night. Jude Bellingham chalks up another milestone tonight as he becomes the youngest player ever to reach 50 Champions League appearances, aged just 22 years and 128 days. He surpasses the likes of Iker Casillas, Cesc Fabregas, Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi on an illustrious list. Some company for Real Madrid’s midfield superstar. By Tum Balogun Real Madrid’s youngsters have already enjoyed success on Merseyside today. The visitors beat Liverpool 4-0 in the UEFA Youth League clash at Kirkby this afternoon. Goals from Jacobo Ortega, Adrian Perez, Jaime Barroso and Diego Aguado sealed a convincing win for the Spanish side, who looked sharper in both boxes throughout. Not the result Liverpool’s academy hoped for, but perhaps a sign of how confident Madrid’s next generation are feeling ahead of the main event at Anfield tonight. By Tum Balogun Liverpool come into tonight’s game after ending a poor run with a 2-0 win over Aston Villa, their first victory in four matches. Slot’s side sit tenth in the Champions League table with two wins from three. Real Madrid are flying. Alonso’s men have won ten of eleven in La Liga and all three in Europe, conceding just once in the competition. For Liverpool, a win would steady the mood. For Madrid, it could effectively seal early qualification. Amid the noise and nerves at Anfield, there’s been a marriage proposal in the Real Madrid end, and it looks like she said yes. Plenty of cheers and applause from the travelling fans as the happy couple sealed the moment with a kiss. A special night already for at least two Madridistas. One of last season’s defining moments came when Conor Bradley thundered into a perfectly timed tackle to stop Kylian Mbappe in full flight as Liverpool beat Real Madrid 2-0 at Anfield. Bradley’s challenge went viral, but the French superstar will be desperate to flip the script tonight and reassert his dominance. Plenty of jeers from the Liverpool crowd as Trent Alexander-Arnold emerges for the warm-up, but the Real Madrid star seems unfazed. He’s all smiles despite the noise, sharing a few laughs with his team-mates ahead of what promises to be a huge night back at Anfield. Huge Ekitike, Liverpool, Amazon Prime: By Tum Balogun Few players arrive at Anfield in better shape than Kylian Mbappe. The French forward has 19 goals in 17 matches this season, including five in three Champions League games. His partnership with Jude Bellingham has given Real Madrid a ruthless edge, combining pace, precision and pure confidence in the final third. Arne Slot knows his defence will need to stay compact and disciplined to contain him. By Tum Balogun Both sets of players are out on the pitch going through their warm-ups as the rain lashes down at Anfield. The conditions are far from pleasant but the atmosphere is still electric, with fans in full voice as kick-off edges closer in this heavyweight Champions League clash. By Tum Balogun Spanish media continue to link Alexis Mac Allister with a future move to Real Madrid, even as the Argentine remains central to Arne Slot’s plans. Reports in Marca claim Madrid scouts have tracked the midfielder since his Brighton days. Slot is said to admire his discipline and passing under pressure, viewing him as vital to Liverpool’s rebuild. With Real always seeking Luka Modric’s long-term heir, expect the whispers to return if Mac Allister shines tonight. By Tum Balogun Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool, pre-match programme: By Tum Balogun Ryan Gravenberch, Liverpool , pre-match presser: By Tum Balogun Reports in Germany suggest Vinicius Jr’s relationship with Real Madrid is under strain after his furious reaction to being subbed in El Clasico last month. According to Sport Bild, Florentino Perez’s patience has worn thin after repeated flare-ups, including a penalty dispute with Kylian Mbappe during the 4-0 win over Valencia. Club sources insist the focus remains on football, but it’s clear tensions linger beneath the surface. Alonso has reintegrated the Brazilian for now, knowing he remains crucial to Madrid’s attack at Anfield tonight. By Tum Balogun Some standout stats ahead of Liverpool’s clash with Real Madrid tonight: By Tum Balogun Florian Wirtz hasn’t quite hit top gear since his record move from Leverkusen, but Liverpool insiders say Arne Slot’s faith in him hasn’t wavered. The German playmaker remains central to the Reds’ plans, and he’s got an admirer in the opposite dugout tonight. Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid boss, pre-match presser: By Tum Balogun Harry Kane is making an impact away from Bayern Munich too. His sustainable sportswear brand Reflo has pledged to plant 8, 000 trees after Luton’s 4-3 FA Cup win over Forest Green, part of its ‘goal-for-trees’ initiative. Reflo plants 1, 000 trees for every goal scored in selected fixtures, and the seven-goal thriller dubbed ‘The Reflo Derby’ turned into a big win for the planet. Kane’s form is just as sharp, with 25 goals in 20 appearances for Bayern this season, as they face Marseille tonight. According to Opta’s supercomputer, Arsenal are the current favourites to win this season’s Champions League with a 21. 3 per cent chance of lifting the trophy. Liverpool and Real Madrid, who meet tonight at Anfield, are both in the top six. The Reds sit fifth on 9 per cent, just ahead of Madrid on 7. 3 per cent. Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City and Bayern Munich complete the top four, while Chelsea and Newcastle round out the Premier League’s representatives. By Tum Balogun Arne Slot is facing the first real test of his Liverpool reign. Six defeats in seven had left fans anxious and questions mounting over his high-pressing philosophy. The Dutchman has resisted panic, keeping faith in the Cruyff-inspired principles that won him the Premier League title last season. Training intensity has been ramped up, while players talk of a renewed focus on team shape and decision-making in possession. Saturday’s win over Aston Villa eased the pressure, but with Real Madrid and Manchester City next, this week will define Liverpool’s direction. CLICK BELOW TO READ MORE: By Tum Balogun Arne Slot, Liverpool boss, pre-match programme: By Tum Balogun Alexander Isak misses out again with a groin problem, joining Alisson Becker, Jeremie Frimpong and Giovanni Leoni on the sidelines. Curtis Jones has trained and returns to the squad, while Ryan Gravenberch keeps his place after scoring against Aston Villa. For Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso is without Dani Carvajal, Antonio Rudiger and David Alaba, leaving his defence stretched. Federico Valverde fills in at right back once more. By Tum Balogun The home side arrive at Anfield ahead of tonight’s mammoth clash. Slot’s men should be buoyed by their win at the weekend, but Madrid will obviously provide a much sterner test. Game faces are on. Part two of a serious triple-header. There was a friendly reunion before kick-off as Dominik Szoboszlai greeted former teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold with a warm embrace on the Anfield turf. The Real Madrid defender shared a smile with the Liverpool midfielder as he returned to familiar surroundings for the first time since his summer exit. By Tum Balogun Xabi Alonso is back at Anfield in the opposite dugout, and he brings a Real Madrid side in serious form. Madrid are top of La Liga after eleven games, with ten wins and just one defeat, and they have a perfect three from three in the Champions League. Alonso is still adored on Merseyside after five seasons in midfield, lifting the Champions League and FA Cup with Liverpool. By Tum Balogun The numbers underline how big this one is. Liverpool are just two goals away from reaching 500 in the European Cup, while Mohamed Salah is set for his 200th Anfield appearance and needs two to become the first African to hit 50 in the Champions League. Real Madrid have won six in a row in all competitions and top La Liga. They have avoided defeat in eight of their last nine against Liverpool, the only loss being a 2-0 defeat at Anfield last season. By Tum Balogun Thomas Frank insists there is 'no big problem' after Djed Spence appeared to snub his handshake in Saturday's defeat to Chelsea. Lip-reading experts caught Spence saying 'I ain't doing it, go away' as the manager urged players to applaud the fans. The incident, along with boos around the stadium, piled pressure on Frank after another flat display. Spurs have won just three of their last ten and need a big response tonight against Copenhagen. All eyes on body language at full time. CLICK BELOW TO READ MORE: Florian Wirtz comes into the Liverpool XI for tonight’s Champions League clash with Real Madrid. The German replaces Cody Gakpo in the only change from the side that beat Aston Villa 2-0 at the weekend. Mamardashvili starts in goal behind Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk and Robertson, while Gravenberch and Mac Allister anchor midfield. Szoboszlai, Wirtz and Salah support Ekitike up front. Team news is in from Anfield and Trent Alexander-Arnold will have to wait for his Real Madrid debut against his former club, as he starts on the bench tonight. Xabi Alonso has gone with a star-studded side led by Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr, while Fede Valverde captains the team. Arda Guler and Eduardo Camavinga both start in midfield. Real Madrid’s players have arrived at Anfield, with Trent Alexander-Arnold among the first out to inspect the pitch ahead of kick-off. The former Liverpool defender looked deep in thought as he took in the surroundings, back at the ground where he made his name. By Tum Balogun While all eyes are on Anfield, Tottenham have their own big night in Europe as Thomas Frank’s side host Copenhagen. Spurs were booed off after a limp 1-0 defeat to Chelsea at the weekend, and Frank called for calm as he looks to reignite their attack. Cristian Romero and Destiny Udogie are back, but Lucas Bergvall misses out after concussion. Xavi Simons, criticised for his display against Chelsea, gets another chance to impress. By Tum Balogun Liverpool and Real Madrid know each other too well on nights like this. Between them they have lifted the European Cup a staggering 21 times, and this will be their 13th meeting in the competition. They have faced off in three finals, Paris in 1981, Kyiv in 2018 and Paris again in 2022, with Real winning the last two. It is a rivalry that defines eras and fuels legacies, and tonight adds another chapter as Arne Slot’s side chase a famous Anfield result to test their European credentials. By Tum Balogun It’s another massive evening of Champions League football across the continent, with all eyes on Anfield but plenty happening elsewhere. Tottenham host Copenhagen in north London, hoping to shake off the frustration of their weekend defeat to Chelsea. Thomas Frank’s side are unbeaten in Europe but under growing pressure to start finding goals again. We’ll keep you updated on every major moment from that one alongside events here on Merseyside. By Tum Balogun Trent Alexander-Arnold is the story of the night. The England right back makes his first return to Anfield since joining Real Madrid, facing a crowd that once sang his name. He was Arne Slot’s vice captain last season, a local lad who lifted trophies and embodied Liverpool’s academy dream. Now he comes back in white, with Real fans behind him and Liverpool supporters unsure whether to cheer or jeer. Slot said he’ll give Trent a warm welcome, but admitted he has ‘no clue’ how the fans will react. By Tum Balogun Real Madrid supporters have travelled in big numbers and are making themselves heard in Liverpool tonight. Fans were pictured around the city earlier waving scarves and posing for photos outside Anfield, mixing happily with locals ahead of kick-off. By Tum Balogun Trent Alexander-Arnold returned to Anfield on Monday night to lay flowers in memory of his former teammate Diogo Jota, who was killed alongside his brother Andre in a car crash in July. The message from Trent read: My mate Diogo. You are so missed but still so loved… Forever 20. YNWA. Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso, defender Dean Huijsen and club legend Emilio Butragueno also paid their respects outside the stadium. By Tum Balogun Anfield is braced for a fiery night after the Trent Alexander-Arnold mural near the ground was vandalised ahead of his first return since joining Real Madrid. The artwork, celebrating his rise from academy prodigy to Champions League winner, was found covered in graffiti overnight. Locals spotted messages aimed at the England defender, whose move to Spain in the summer still divides opinion. It adds another layer to what was already a tense reunion, as Liverpool prepare to welcome back one of their own in unfamiliar colours. By Tum Balogun The stage could hardly be bigger. Liverpool face Real Madrid in a Champions League tie packed with storylines, as two European heavyweights meet once more under the Anfield lights. Trent Alexander-Arnold returns to his boyhood club for the first time since leaving for Madrid in the summer, with the right back braced for a fierce reception from home fans. In the Madrid dugoout stands Xabi Alonso, another former Red now thriving as Real boss after guiding them to six straight wins in all competitions. Six time winners against the 15 time champions, this feels like one of those proper European nights. Liverpool need a result to prove Arne Slot’s rebuild is gathering pace. We'll have all the updates ahead of the 8pm kick-off, as well as information from north London, where Tottenham take on FC Copenhagen. Fun fact.

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