"Liverpool and Real Madrid played out a goalless but enthralling first half in a clash between two of European football's big-hitters at Anfield Trent Alexander-Arnold's return to his boyhood club for the first time since leaving in the summer had dominated much of the pre-game headlines, and while his reception during the warm-up was far from welcoming, his place on the bench meant that narrative was put to one side during what was a fascinating opening 45."
"Dominik Szoboszlai had arguably the best chance of the half when he met Florian Wirtz' pass across the box. The Hungarian perhaps should have found the back of the net, but the giant frame of goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was quickly out to smother the danger. The Reds midfielder then had a part to play in a potential penalty shout when his shot hit Aurelien Tchouameni but the decision was eventually overturned, VAR deeming the French midfielder's hand was too close to his body."
Liverpool and Real Madrid produced a goalless but enthralling first half at Anfield with numerous chances and strong goalkeeping. Trent Alexander-Arnold returned to his boyhood club and occupied a place on the bench after an unwelcoming warm-up reception. Dominik Szoboszlai fashioned the clearest opportunity when he met Florian Wirtz's pass but was denied by Thibaut Courtois. A potential penalty was overturned by VAR after Szoboszlai's shot struck Aurelien Tchouameni, with the hand deemed too close to his body. Jude Bellingham had a late chance saved by Giorgi Mamardashvili.
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