Liverpool suffered a slow start to this seasons Champions League campaign. They found themselves a goal down after just eight minutes, when Sektioui burst past a flat footed Hyypia only to be brought down by Reina. The Liverpool shot stopper has built a reputation for saving penalties in recent years, but he was no match for Gonzalez on this occasion, the striker had done his home work and drilled the ball down the middle knowing Reina would dive one way or the other.

Liverpool were back in the game less than ten minutes later, when on their first meaningful attack Finnan crossed deep to Hyypia who headed the ball toward goal for Kuyt to guide home.

Liverpool could have made more of the tie if Steven Gerrard had shown up on the night and been his usual inspirational self. The reds effectiveness was also hurt by the petulance of Jermaine Pennant who earned himself two yellow cards and a dismissal, which only served to pile the pressure on the Liverpool defence who worked hard to ensure they earned a point.