Trent Alexander-Arnold returns to Anfield as a Liverpool legend; the home-grown emblem of a golden era, hero of two Premier League triumphs and a European Cup win.

The centre back played a pivotal role in handing Trent Alexander-Arnold and Real Madrid their second defeat this season.

Liverpool beat Real Madrid 1-0 thanks to Alexis Mac Allister's header as Trent Alexander-Arnold endured a difficult return to Anfield in the Champions League.

Arnold's mural near the stadium — once a proud tribute to his journey — has been vandalized, a sign of how fractured his relationship with the city has become.

Anfield is renowned for being Liverpool’s impenetrable fortress backed by a vociferous crowd, but there have been plenty of gloomy days at the fabled venue. Liverpool have suffered some embarrassing defeats on home soil across their illustrious history,

One of the premium matchups of the league phase in the 2025/26 Champions League was Real Madrid's visit to Anfield Stadium for a meeting with Liverpool, and with that spotlight comes increased scrutiny on the referee.