05.11.2025 15:49
In the UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid lost 1-0 to Liverpool. The most talked-about name of the match was Arda Güler. The young player was played in a defensive midfield position, which he is not accustomed to, and this drew reactions from both fans and football authorities. Real Madrid fans expressed strong discontent towards head coach Xabi Alonso for playing Arda in an unusual role.
In the 4th week of the UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid lost 1-0 to Liverpool away. The most talked-about name of the match was the national star Arda Güler. The decision to field the young player in an unfamiliar position drew reactions from both fans and football authorities.
THE MATCH ENDED 1-0
Real Madrid, managed by Xabi Alonso, displayed a mediocre performance in the away match against Liverpool. The only goal of the match was scored by Mac Allister in the 54th minute, while the Spanish giant left the field without any points.
ARDA PLAYED AS A DEFENSIVE MIDFIELDER
Recently noted for his synergy with Mbappé in the attacking line, Arda Güler started the match this time in a defensive midfield position. Xabi Alonso's choice surprised many.
When Arda got the ball, loud whistles and boos were heard from the Anfield stands. The reason for this was the argument that occurred between Arda and Liverpool's star Szoboszlai during the Turkey-Hungary match a few months ago.
SUBSTITUTED IN THE 82ND MINUTE
Arda Güler, who was substituted for Trent Alexander-Arnold in the 82nd minute, left the field amidst the whistles of the KOP stands. Arnold, who came on, also faced backlash from the Liverpool fans.
GREAT REACTION
Real Madrid fans expressed great discontent towards Xabi Alonso for playing the young star in an unusual role. Camavinga starting on the right wing and Arda Güler being pulled back into a deep playmaker role were criticized on social media with the tag "Alonso's mistake."
The majority of the fans expressed their anger with comments like, "Why did you play Arda deeper?" The Spanish press also wrote that Alonso's choice was "risky and meaningless."
After this defeat, Real Madrid fell to second place in the group, while Arda Güler's performance and positional choice became the most talked-about topic of the match.