"It hinged on one of the softest penalty decisions you'll ever see, but Liverpool secured a massive League Stage win that propelled them into the top 8 of Europe's premier competition. It was a classic European away for the Reds in a number of ways. The Italian giants - runners up in last season's Champions League - created just 0.44 expected goals, but showcased the defensive quality that the best Serie A sides and Italian national teams are known for."
"First half The game's first replay-worthy moment didn't come in the form of a chance, but a tackle. I love a thunderous get-the-ball-and-the-man challenge - think Conor Bradley vs. Kylian Mbappe last season at Anfield - but Lautaro Martinez's excessive slide into Andy Robertson at the 13' mark wasn't one of those. While Martinez didn't make contact with his studs, he was nowhere near the ball and sent the Scot flying. Dangerous, but deemed only a yellow."
"The Reds thought they'd taken the lead on 32' via Ibou Konate of all players, who nodded home following a corner. The replay, however, showed Ekitike had headed the ball off his own arm before Konate scored. After a hilariously long review, the ref chalked the goal off for handball. Probably the right decision, but another slice of bad luck for Liverpool."
Liverpool secured a vital Champions League group-stage victory that moved them into the top eight. Inter Milan produced just 0.44 expected goals but relied on tight defending and gamesmanship to disrupt Liverpool's rhythm. Lautaro Martinez's excessive slide sent Andy Robertson flying and earned only a yellow. Curtis Jones and Ryan Gravenberch tested Yann Sommer, and Hugo Ekitike's close-range strike was saved. Ibou Konate's header was disallowed after replay showed Ekitike had headed the ball off his own arm, with a lengthy review overturning the goal. Nicolo Barella narrowly missed a free kick.
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