Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has made statements to the media following their 5–2 defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League last-16 first leg at Anfield. Klopp analyzed what went wrong and praised Real Madrid.
What changed on the right wing when Real Madrid found a way to stop Trent Alexander-Arnold’s attack?
“Nacho came in and played great. “David Alaba is also a great player, but I think you can see now why Nacho has been playing for Real Madrid for so many years. We weren’t so good in the second half, so it was easy to defend.” Maybe.”
Klopp also explained his punching power when Eder Militao scored to make Real Madrid 3–2.
“I think the 3–2 had a big impact and I saw it too. 2–1 and 2–2 didn’t. My personal impression is ‘The first goal, well, it’s bad. It was a defense, well done, the second goal was slapped, but we will get over it and play from there.
It was a difficult game and tonight they stood out.In the first half it was not so difficult to be positive, but in the second half when it is difficult to be positive. , they did.” I’m grateful for that.
Klopp also offered his opinion on whether the tie-winner is still alive.
“I think Carlo thinks the tie is closed and I think so for now. But in three weeks… that’s how it is for now. There are more chances and less chance of a tie being settled,” said the Liverpool manager.
“Tonight it’s 5–2 and if you look at the game they are good at counter-attacking and we have to score three goals there and we have to take a few risks, but that’s on our minds. No. All I can say now is try to win the game, I don’t know if it’s possible right now, but just try.
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