Liverpool faces Real Madrid this Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in a match valid for the fourth round of the league phase of the UEFA Champions League. The game takes place at 5pm (Brasília time) at Anfield stadium, in Liverpool, England. The match marks the return of Xabi Alonso, former Reds player, to the technical command of the Spanish team, which seeks to maintain its unbeaten record in the competition.
The home team, coached by Arne Slot, is coming off a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa in the English Championship, with goals from Mohamed Salah and Ryan Gravenberch. Real Madrid, in turn, beat Valencia 4-0 in La Liga, with two goals from Kylian Mbappé, one from Jude Bellingham and another from Álvaro Carreras.
Live broadcast in Brazil is provided by TNT Sports and HBO Max, with streaming options for subscribers. The main narration occurs on paid channels, while HBO Max allows online access on mobile devices and smart TVs.
- Main channels: TNT Sports 1 (cable TV) and HBO Max (streaming).
- Time: 5pm (Brasília time).
- Alternatives: Globoplay for post-game summaries.
Return of icons to Anfield
Xabi Alonso takes over Real Madrid after a successful spell at Bayer Leverkusen and returns to Anfield, where he played from 2004 to 2009, winning the Champions League in 2005. Trent Alexander-Arnold, former Liverpool right-back, makes his debut for the Spanish club against his former team, after a controversial transfer in the European summer.
The clash reignites a historic rivalry, with Real Madrid having the advantage in recent clashes in the competition. Alonso praised the atmosphere at Anfield in the pre-match press conference, but emphasized the focus on his squad’s collective strategy.
History of clashes between the giants
Liverpool and Real Madrid face each other for the 13th time in the Champions League, with the Spanish team winning seven matches, the English team four and a draw. The last meeting, last season, ended with a 2-0 victory for the Reds at Anfield, breaking a run of eight games without a win against the Merengues.
The clashes defined iconic moments, such as the 2018 final, won by Real 3-1, and the 2021 quarter-finals, with the elimination of the English. Karim Benzema is the top scorer in this duel, with seven goals.
In aggregate, Real Madrid scored 17 goals to Liverpool’s 12, showing balance in high-intensity games.
Recent team performance
Liverpool have had mixed results in their last five matches in all competitions: 2-0 wins over Aston Villa and 5-1 against Eintracht Frankfurt, but defeats to Crystal Palace in the League Cup, Galatasaray and two stumbles in the Premier League. The defense conceded seven goals in that period, but the attack, led by Salah, converted nine.
Real Madrid, in contrast, is going through an undefeated phase with five consecutive victories: 4-0 defeats over Valencia and 3-0 at Juventus, as well as 2-1 victories against Atlético de Madrid and 1-0 against Union St. Gilloise. I only conceded two goalshighlights the defensive solidity under Alonso.
These numbers indicate a Liverpool in recovery and a Real Madrid dominant in Europe.
Probable lineup and confirmed absences
Arne Slot should play Liverpool in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Giorgi Mamardashvili in goal, a defense formed by Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson and Alexander-Arnold – an irony of fate against his former club. In the middle, Mac Allister and Gravenberch; attack with Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Salah and Gakpo. Absences include Alisson (muscle injury), Curtis Jones (groin), Jeremie Frimpong and Alexander Isak.
For Real Madrid, also in 4-2-3-1, Courtois defends, with Alexander-Arnold on the right flank, Militão and Huijsen in the center, Carreras on the left. Midfield with Valverde, Tchouaméni; Bellingham, Güler and Vinícius Jr. in attack, alongside Mbappé. Absences: Rüdiger, Carvajal and Alaba (injured defenders), as well as Mastantuono.
The lineup reflects each team’s last game, confirmed by the clubs’ official websites.
Weather conditions and game logistics
The weather at Anfield predicts cloudy skies with temperatures around 10°C at 5pm local time, without significant precipitation, according to the Met Office. Light winds of 15 km/h can influence crossings, but the pitch is in perfect condition for high-speed football.
Tickets sold out quickly, with prices starting at £60 for local fans; limited options for Spanish visitors via Liverpool’s official website. The refereeing is with the Italian Daniele Orsato, known for his strict criteria in European duels.
Curiosities include Salah two goals shy of 50 in the Champions League and Mbappé tied with Inzaghi for hat-tricks away from home.
