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Van Dijk's error gives Villarreal early lead at Anfield in Champions League

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 7:15 PM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Van Dijk's error gives Villarreal early lead at Anfield in Champions League

Summary

In the Champions League clash at Anfield on October 20, Liverpool started poorly against Villarreal. Virgil van Dijk, the club captain, made a significant mistake, an errant back-pass that allowed Georges Mikautadze to score for Villarreal, putting the hosts at a disadvantage. Liverpool aimed to build on their recent Premier League victory over Brentford but now face an uphill battle to recover. The match is ongoing, with Liverpool looking to respond to the early setback.

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By the Numbers

•Liverpool plays Villarreal in the Champions League at Anfield.
•Virgil van Dijk's back-pass led to Villarreal's opening goal.
•Georges Mikautadze scored for Villarreal after the error.
•Liverpool seeks to recover after a recent win over Brentford.

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It's a shocking start for Liverpool in their Champions League clash with Villarreal at Anfield this evening. The Reds came into the affair hoping to gain more momentum after beating Brentford in the...
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