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Liverpool fans haven't forgotten Sergio Ramos' cynical challenge on Mohamed Salah (Image: VI-Images via Getty Images)Harvey Elliott once snubbed a meeting with former Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos due to his cynical challenge to Mohamed Salah during Liverpool's 2018 Champions League final defeat. Elliott watched from the sidelines Arne Slot's side will teach the Champions League holders a footballing lesson, beating the European titans 2-0 at Anfield on November 28. Before donning the red jersey in 2019, Elliott was also a coveted target for the Spanish powerhouses. With his prodigious talent attracting worldwide attention, Real Madrid used all their charms to lure the then youngest Premier League player to the Bernabeu.In their ambitious quest, Los Blancos have tasked R...

Jude Bellingham took over Trent Alexander-Arnold's short via Ryan Gravenberch (Image: TNT Sports)Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham was seen waiting in the Anfield tunnel to exchange shirts with England teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold following Liverpool's win on Wednesday night.Despite playing the full 90 minutes and enduring a tough defeat, Bellingham was eager to swap shirts with Alexander-Arnold, who did not feature in the match but could potentially join him in Madrid when his Liverpool contract expires this summer.The pair formed a strong bond during their time with the national team, which was evident when Bellingham waited patiently outside the dressing room doors for Ryan Gravenberch to return with Alexander-Arnold's jersey.In return, Bellingham put on his own jers...

Jude Bellingham was unable to prevent Real Madrid from losing 2-0 to Liverpool. (Image: Getty)Jude Bellingham has absolved Kylian Mbappe of any responsibility despite the struggling Real Madrid star missing a crucial penalty against Liverpool. Mbappe's poor spot-kick was saved by Caoimhin Kelleher as Los Blancos trailed 1-0 at Anfield.Liverpool then enjoyed a memorable 2-0 Champions League success to continue their remarkable start to life under Arne Slot. Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo scored against a stuttering Real, who have been ravaged by a number of injuries.However, Carlo Ancelotti still had Bellingham and Mbappe. Both players failed to make a major impact on the match. Real managed only three shots on target and the first was the Frenchman's penalty in the 61st minute....

Arne Slot led Liverpool to a fantastic win over Real Madrid (Image: TNT Sports)Arne Slot admitted Real Madrid were a "pain in the ass" for Liverpool ahead of their 2-0 Champions League triumph on Wednesday night.The Reds had gone eight consecutive games without getting the better of Los Blancos, their most recent victory coming in 2009. Goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo put things right this time around, putting Liverpool top of the table European with a perfect score. record of five wins, zero draws and zero losses.After the match, Slot admitted that Real had been a thorn in the side of his new club for years - although before taking the reins from Jurgen Klopp in the summer."I wouldn't say it's the same as any other game because we know how special it is to play again...

Carlo Ancelotti responded to rumors that Real Madrid could sign Trent Alexander-Arnold (Image: Getty)Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has refused to comment on transfer rumors linking his club with Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold. The England star, whose contract at Anfield expires next summer, has been frequently linked with a move to the Spanish giants.Alexander-Arnold is expected to be on the bench for Wednesday night's clash against Ancelotti's side after recovering from a hamstring injury, fueling further speculation over his future with the Reds.Asked before the match about potential interest in Alexander-Arnold, Ancelotti deflected the question. However, he expressed his admiration for Liverpool and admitted he still feels an affinity with Everton, having managed the ...

Alexis Mac Allister scores Liverpool's first goal against Real Madrid (Image: Getty)Liverpool made it five Champions League wins from five to move to the top of the table with a stunning 2-0 win over Real Madrid at Anfield.Alexis Mac Allister headed the game and gave the Reds the lead before substitute Cody Gakpo headed home a second in the 76th minute. Arne Slot's side fully deserved their victory, but the scoreline could have been very different, with Kylian Mbappe and Mohamed Salah both padding their lines from the spot.There were huge performances all over the field for the hosts, and while Mac Allister was the pick of the group, Conor Bradley caught the eye with a display that showed Trent Alexander-Arnold he should can -be starting to look over your shoulder.Here, Express spo...

Ibrahima Konate remained on the ground after the final whistle at Anfield. (Image: TNT Sports)Liverpool star Ibrahima Konate was left shaken on the pitch and in need of treatment following the Reds' emphatic victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League.Goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo did damage for Arne Slot's side, who maintained their 100% record in this year's league stage.But it was at the other end that Liverpool looked most comfortable, with Real Madrid failing to register a shot on target from open play until the 93rd minute.The imperious Konate and his central partner Virgil van Dijk were at the heart of everything positive for Slot's men, who became the second team in eight matches to keep a clean sheet against Los Blancos.However, ahead of Sunday...

Mbappé falls to Bradley's tackle during Liverpool v Real Madrid Champions League matchLiverpool continue to be unbeatable in the Champions League and leave Real Madrid in a very difficult situation after the English beat the Spaniards 2-0 in a match that had it all. Second-half goals from Mac Allister and Gakpo sealed a clash in which Mbappéonce again, turned out to be in a dead-end tunnel. The Frenchman missed a penalty which would have meant a 1-1 draw. Salah also missed a penalty for Liverpool, but Kylian continues to live a nightmare.The first half was a back and forth affair, with Liverpool coming very close to goal, first with a ball that Asencio cleared on the line after three minutes, then with a shot from Darwin Núñez who Courtois saved.But Real Madrid also presented danger wi...

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Jude Bellingham's talent was evident from the moment he broke into Birmingham City's first team. (Image: Getty)Former Birmingham City captain Harlee Dean has recalled the humble attitude of Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham during his time at St Andrew's. After joining the Blues at under-8 level, Bellingham rose through the ranks and made his first team debut at 16 years and 38 days old, becoming the club's youngest player when he started against Portsmouth in the Cup EFL.Yet it was his home debut – in which he came on in the first half to score the winner in a 2-1 comeback against Stoke City – that former captain Dean cited as the sliding door moment for young Bellingham.The long-serving Birmingham and Brentford defender revealed his awe not only at the skills a Bellingham ...