The atmosphere is heating up at Anfield just hours before the clash between Liverpool and Real Madrid. The Madrid delegation experienced a restless night, orchestrated by Reds supporters determined to disrupt Carlo Ancelotti’s players’ rest.
According to journalist Paul Senior, fireworks and stun grenades were set off near the hotel where the Madrid team is staying, located on Old Hall Street. The disturbances reportedly began around 1:30 a.m. and continued until 4 a.m., creating chaos aimed at unsettling the Real Madrid players ahead of the crucial Champions League match.
A Familiar but Ineffective Tactic
Reds fans are no strangers to such tactics. During Real Madrid’s last visit to Liverpool, a similar nighttime disruption took place. However, rather than unsettling the Spanish side, Carlo Ancelotti’s team delivered a crushing 5-2 victory over Liverpool the following day.
With Key Absences, Madrid Faces a Tough Test
With Real Madrid weakened by the absences of key players like Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Éder Militão, and Dani Carvajal, supporters hope this time their tactics will work in favor of the Reds.
A High-Stakes Match
This latest episode only adds to the intensity of an already high-stakes clash. Liverpool, winless against Real Madrid since 2009, is relying on every possible advantage—on and off the pitch—to finally gain the upper hand over their Spanish rivals.
The kickoff is set for Wednesday evening, and only the final result will reveal whether this restless night will benefit the Reds or if, once again, Real Madrid will deliver their response on the pitch.
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