Marcos Llorente scores for Atlético Madrid against Liverpool at Anfield

Atlético Madrid opened their 2026/27 Champions League campaign with a match against Liverpool at Anfield. The LaLiga side withstood early pressure from the home team to take the lead during the first half. Marcos Llorente scored the opening goal for Atlético Madrid following a counter-attack. The goal marks another instance of Llorente finding the net against Liverpool, as the midfielder has now scored five of his 10 career Champions League goals against the Reds. The match remains in progress as the teams continue play at Anfield. Atlético Madrid seeks a result at this venue for the first time since 2020.

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