Liverpool defeats Atletico Madrid 2-1 in Champions League opening match

Liverpool opened its Champions League campaign on Wednesday with a 2‑1 comeback victory over Atletico Madrid, providing new manager Andoni Iraola with a winning start in Europe’s premier club competition. The Reds fell behind early but rallied to overturn the deficit, securing three points in their first group‑stage match. The result placed Liverpool in a favorable position as the tournament’s leading clubs began their fixtures.

Paris Saint‑Germain, Barcelona and Arsenal also recorded opening‑day wins, each earning three points in their respective group matches. The early successes set the tone for the group stage, with the victorious teams now looking to build on their performances as the competition progresses toward the knockout rounds.