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The only goal of the match was scored by Vinicius Junior, unmarked, in the 57th minute, taking advantage of the cross of his colleague Federico Valverde and the inattention of the Liverpool defense line.
Although Liverpool controlled most of the meeting, it failed to translate its technical superiority into a victory thanks to the brilliance of Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who saved several goals.
The Spanish League champion strengthened its position as the team that won the most European Champions League, as it raised its tally to 14 championships, knowing that it won the championship 5 times in the last 9 editions.
On the other hand, Liverpool’s hopes were dealt another blow, as the team lost the European title days after losing the English Premier League to Manchester City in the last round.
Liverpool players competed to waste opportunities, until the punishment came in the 57th minute through Vinicius’ goal.
Valverde penetrated from the right side and sent a cross that found the unattended Brazilian in front of the empty net, to shoot easily into the goal and score the only goal of the meeting.
Real Madrid repeated their victory over Liverpool in the European Final, as happened in 2018, when the royal team excelled 3-1.
