Liverpool Reach Last 16 with Perfect Record, Defeat Lille 2-1

Jan 21, 2025, 09:23 PM

Liverpool defeated Lille 2-1 at Anfield, securing their seventh consecutive win in the Champions League and becoming the first team to qualify for the last 16. Under manager Arne Slot, Liverpool maintained their perfect record. Mohamed Salah opened the scoring in the 34th minute, netting his 50th European goal for the club with an assist from Curtis Jones. Despite being reduced to ten men after Mandi's red card, Lille equalized through Jonathan David in the 62nd minute, ending Liverpool's run of clean sheets. However, Harvey Elliott restored Liverpool's lead five minutes later, sealing the victory and ending Lille's 21-match unbeaten run.