UEFA Champions League 2022-23, Liverpool Vs Real Madrid: Karim Benzema, Vinicius Junior Help Real Madrid Thrash Liverpool At Anfield - In Pics

Vinicius Jr. and Karim Benzema scored two goals each to stun the hosts, Liverpool as the English Premier League side conceded four goals in a home European match for the first time as Real Madrid beat the Reds 5-2 and confirmed the Spanish giant will take some stopping in its defence of the trophy. Despite taking the lead in the first half, Liverpool were sloppy in the midfield and defence as the Los Blancos ran riot at Anfield. With Jurgen Klopp's side struggling in the domestic league, winning the UCL was their only hope of gaining access into Europe next season. However, with this 1st leg defeat, Real Madrid will need some stopping from Liverpool in the second leg.