UEFA Champions League Result: Liverpool 3-2 Atlético Madrid (17 September 2025)
Liverpool claimed a dramatic 3-2 win over Atlético Madrid at Anfield in their opening group stage match of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League. The comeback victory came courtesy of a stoppage-time header by captain Virgil van Dijk.
Key Moments
- 4′ – Andy Robertson opened the scoring after a free-kick from Mohamed Salah was deflected and fell kindly to Robertson, giving Liverpool an early lead.
- 6′ – Mohamed Salah added a second with a sharp strike, putting Liverpool 2-0 up within six minutes.
- 45+3′ – Marcos Llorente pulled one back for Atlético just before halftime with a finish from close range.
- 81′ – Llorente scored again to level the match 2-2, taking advantage of a deflection from an Alexis Mac Allister shot.
- 90+2′ – Virgil van Dijk struck in stoppage time with a powerful header from a corner to secure the win for Liverpool.
Analysis & Observations
- Liverpool surged into a commanding start, scoring twice in the opening six minutes.
- Atlético showed resilience, fighting back with two goals to level the match. Llorente was particularly effective in those comebacks.
- Despite allowing the match to become nervy, Liverpool’s ability to deliver late under pressure — particularly via set pieces — once again proved decisive.
Implications
- Liverpool start their group stage with 3 points and a positive goal difference.
- Atlético Madrid leave with nothing but will likely take confidence from their comeback efforts, even if frustrated by the late concession.
- The result reinforces Liverpool’s pattern of scoring late winners, which could be significant momentum as the group stage continues.
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