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Liverpool FC v Atletico de Madrid - UEFA Champions League 2026/27 League Phase MD1

Is Alvarez finally back? Why Atletico's defeat might actually be a massive win for Simeone

Atletico Madrid suffered a defeat against Liverpool in their Champions League opener at Anfield, but Diego Simeone's side saw encouraging signs from Julian Alvarez. Former Spain goalkeeper Santiago Canizares believes the Argentine striker's impressive display represents a major positive despite the loss.

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Barca's Deco hits back at Atleti over Alvarez pursuit

Barcelona sporting director Deco has finally broken his silence on the club's unsuccessful and controversial pursuit of Julian Alvarez. The Blaugrana chief addressed the breakdown in negotiations with Atletico Madrid and dismissed allegations that the Catalan giants acted unprofessionally in their quest for the Argentine international.

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'We're tired of it!' - Koke snaps at media over Alvarez treatment

Atletico Madrid captain Koke has demanded that Julian Alvarez be left alone following a turbulent summer transfer saga. The veteran midfielder expressed his frustration with the constant media scrutiny surrounding the Argentine forward in the wake of Wednesday's Champions League defeat to Liverpool.

Liverpool injury nightmare?! Iraola provides fitness update as Barcola limps off

Liverpool’s marquee summer signing Bradley Barcola saw his highly anticipated Anfield debut end in frustration and concern on Wednesday night. The blockbuster £123 million arrival was forced to withdraw during the second half of the Reds' Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid, sparking immediate fears over a long-term layoff with head coach Andoni Iraola providing fitness update.

Mac Allister screamer sinks Atletico in Champions League opener

Liverpool kicked off their 2026-27 Champions League league phase campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 comeback victory against Atletico Madrid at Anfield. The Reds fell behind early to Marcos Llorente's opener before Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister turned the tie around with crucial goals.