NewsSeptember 9, 2026
Liverpool 2-1 Atlético Madrid: Szoboszlai and Mac Allister Turn It Around at Anfield
Liverpool came from behind to beat Atlético Madrid 2-1 at Anfield on Wednesday, September 9, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister turning around Marcos Llorente's early opener in one of Matchday 1's most competitive fixtures.
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Llorente Strikes Early, Szoboszlai Levels Before the Break
Marcos Llorente put Atlético ahead in the 17th minute, but Dominik Szoboszlai equalized just before half-time to send the sides in level at the break.
Mac Allister's Strike Wins It
Alexis Mac Allister put Liverpool ahead for good in the 50th minute with a strike from outside the box, sealing a come-from-behind win under new manager Andoni Iraola.
It's a strong early result for Iraola in his first Champions League campaign in charge of the club.