By: | Team | Final Score |
|---|---|
| Liverpool | 2 |
| Atletico Madrid | 1 |
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Atletico Madrid won the first leg, 1-0, by an early goal from Forlan. Former Manchester United striker Diego Forlan scored in the 9th minute giving giving his team a slight advantage in the second leg game today. Forlan’s early goal boosted his team’s confidence and the team were able to stop Liverpool from scoring.
Reds weren’t able to control the game in the first and second half. Their first-leg loss forced them to score two goals today to earn a slot in the Europa League Finals. If they failed to score two goals, then, their Europa League’s title dream is over. This second leg match will not be an easy game for Liverpool. The 1-0 lead in the Europa League leave Atletico Madrid optimistic for the match.
