"Anfield produced another magical European night on Wednesday as Liverpool overcame a very determined Atletico Madrid 3-2, courtesy of more late magic, this time a 92nd minute winner. Two early goals, including a terrific effort from Mohamed Salah, had things looking like this would be a breeze. That was not the case as Diego Simeone has drilled his will into his squad and they battled and fought."
"Alisson Becker - 6.5/10 - He was quick off his line in this one and cut out a lot of dangerous balls in the box. Hard to fault him for their second goal that came off a wicked deflection. Jeremie Frimpong - 6/10 -The Dutch wingback made his starting return from injury and looked fine, but was not his normal electric self. He flashed a few times in attack and was serviceable on defense."
"Virgil van Dijk 7.5/10 - Scored the winner with a wonderful header in a high-pressure situation that he thrives in. He was cutting out crosses and passes all evening. Great showing from the skipper. Andy Robertson 7/10 - The Scotland captain was given the nod for this marquee match and he delivered a rock-solid display. Was sound defensively and got forward when he could. A pro's pro, Robbo."
Anfield hosted a dramatic Champions League opener as Liverpool beat Atletico Madrid 3-2 with a 92nd-minute header by Virgil van Dijk. Mohamed Salah scored early, giving Liverpool a strong start, but Atletico rallied under Diego Simeone and made the match fiercely competitive. Liverpool created chances on the break but lacked clinical finishing until the late winner. Alisson made timely interventions and conceded via a deflected strike. Jeremie Frimpong returned from injury and was steady. Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson were solid defensively. Ryan Gravenberch impressed in midfield and provided the assist for Salah's goal.
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