Liverpool Turn Around Champions League Opener After Conceding First, Raise Possession to Nearly 60%

Liverpool conceded first in their Champions League opener but eventually secured a win. Hosting Atletico Madrid, they fell behind to Llorente's goal in the 17th minute before using their attack to turn the match around.

Defense breached early, Llorente scores

Atletico Madrid quickly found gaps in Liverpool's defense after the match began. Alvarez provided the pass, and Llorente finished from the edge of the penalty area, giving the visitors the lead after 17 minutes.

Liverpool's defensive issues at the start of this season were exposed again, and the problem had already existed before the arrival of current head coach Iraola.

Possession rises from around 35% to nearly 60%. Before conceding, Liverpool had around 35% possession. They gradually took control afterward, and by the end of the first half their possession had risen to nearly 60%.

Liverpool relied on their attacking performance to recover the situation and entered the second half with the lead.

Atletico Madrid created an advantageous situation in the early stages, but against a Liverpool side that was not particularly stable defensively, they failed to maintain pressure. As the match progressed, the visitors gradually faded from the game and ultimately produced only 0.32 expected goals. Liverpool's win was not particularly impressive, but they secured an important Champions League opening victory.