Liverpool won their first three games against Real Madrid in European competition (between 1981 and 2009). However, they are now winless in their eight meetings since then, including seven defeats.

After Arne Slot joined Liverpool from Feyenoord last summer, most supporters were expecting FSG, Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes to make some key signings to help improve the side and give the Dutch coach the best chance of continuing where Jurgen Klopp left off.