Liverpool's hopes for advancing in the Champions League were dashed by Real Madrid for the third consecutive season, resulting in a disappointing defeat.
Despite Liverpool's four forward lineup, they were unable to overcome the first-leg deficit of 5-2 and add another remarkable comeback to their European history. Real Madrid's legendary striker Karim Benzema scored late in the game, making it impossible for Liverpool to recover.
Despite Liverpool's defeat, their goalkeeper Alisson made some impressive saves during the game, denying Vinicius and Eduardo Camavinga with some outstanding first-half stops. If Darwin Nunez had taken advantage of his chance in the sixth minute, the game could have taken a different turn.
The Liverpool players left the pitch while listening to their anthem 'You'll Never Walk Alone' on the Bernabeu speakers, reflecting on their biggest ever aggregate Champions League defeat. This result makes it even harder for Liverpool to qualify for the tournament next season, with the team currently sitting six points behind the Champions League places.
One of the few setbacks for Carlo Ancelotti's Real was the injury to Benzema during his goal celebration, which forced him to be substituted. Nevertheless, the striker reassured the team and fans that he would be fit and ready for Sunday's must-win El Clasico match against Barcelona.
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