Liverpool beats Atletico Madrid 2-1 in Champions League opening match

Liverpool defeated Atletico Madrid 2-1 at Anfield in their Champions League match. The visiting side took an early lead through a goal from Marcos Llorente in the 17th minute. Liverpool leveled the score before halftime with a goal from Dominik Szoboszlai, who received assistance from Ronald Araujo. Alexis Mac Allister secured the win for the home side with a goal early in the second half. Following the game, Mac Allister described the performance as pleasing while highlighting the importance of the team's mentality and the energy provided by the home crowd. The victory marks a positive start for Liverpool in the competition as the team aims to maintain its current form and pursue future trophies.

• 9:55 AMYahoo Sports — Alexis Mac Allister reacts to Liverpool’s ‘very pleasing’ win over Atletico Madrid