Liverpool summer signing Florian Wirtz was reunited with former manager Xabi Alonso in the tunnel following the Reds’ Champions League victory over Real Madrid, as the pair were spotted sharing a tender moment.

Alonso was not the only former Red returning, with Trent Alexander-Arnold receiving a hostile reception on his first game back at Anfield on Tuesday night.

Liverpool were looking to build momentum following last weekend’s 2-0 Premier League win over Aston Villa. They were successful in doing so with Alexis Mac Allister’s 61st-minute goal the difference between the two sides, with Arne Slot's men showing positive signs after a hugely difficult period.

The win moves Liverpool up to sixth in the league standings in the Champions League, having won three and lost one of their opening four games. It’s also the second time in two years that the side has overcome Real Madrid in the competition.