Liverpool Stuns Real Madrid with Dramatic ComebackLiverpool Stuns Real Madrid with Dramatic Comeback In a pulsating encounter at Anfield, Liverpool pulled off a sensational 5-2 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League Round of 16 tie. The Reds, who had trailed 2-0 with just 15 minutes remaining, staged a remarkable comeback to stun the defending champions. It was Real Madrid who took an early lead through Vinícius Júnior’s stunning strike. The Brazilian winger latched onto a clever pass from Karim Benzema and fired a low shot into the bottom corner. The visitors doubled their advantage just before half-time, with Benzema heading in Toni Kroos’ pinpoint cross. Undeterred, Liverpool rallied in the second half. Darwin Núñez sparked the comeback with a close-range finish off Mohamed Salah’s cross. Just minutes later, Salah equalized with a clinical shot from the edge of the penalty area. With the momentum swinging in their favor, Liverpool continued to attack relentlessly. Cody Gakpo turned in a low cross from Andy Robertson to give the Reds the lead in the 81st minute. The home crowd erupted into a frenzy when Salah scored his second of the night just moments later. As if that wasn’t enough, Liverpool handed Real Madrid another crushing blow in added time. Roberto Firmino, who had come on as a substitute, smashed home a rebound after Thibaut Courtois spilled Gakpo’s shot. The final whistle sparked wild celebrations at Anfield as Liverpool secured a famous victory. The Reds will now travel to the Santiago Bernabéu for the second leg on March 15th, with a three-goal cushion to defend. Liverpool’s comeback was a testament to their resilience and attacking prowess. Salah, in particular, was in inspired form, scoring twice and assisting another. The Reds’ victory also serves as a warning to Real Madrid, who will need to produce a special performance in the second leg to overcome this deficit.