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Real Madrid’s Alexander-Arnold Booed Harshly in Embarrassing Liverpool Return

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Sean Hartnett | Last updated Nov 4, 2025 5:27 PM ET

One of the biggest storylines of the massive Champions League clash between Liverpool and Real Madrid was always going to be the reception that Trent Alexander-Arnold received upon his return to Anfield.

It was a night to forget for Alexander-Arnold and his Real Madrid teammates. Liverpool won 1-0 on Alexis Mac Allister’s 61st-minute goal.

Alexander-Arnold received boos during pre-match warm-ups and when he entered the match. Liverpool supporters gave him a frosty reception during warm-ups. It was only a taste of what would come when he entered the match as a substitute.

Trent Alexander-Arnold booed as he comes out to warm up. The former #LFC vice-captain reacts with a smirk. pic.twitter.com/XRSAdFrrkg
— Theo Squires (@TheoTheoSquires) November 4, 2025

When the former Liverpool favorite replaced Arda Guler in the 81st minute, the boos were even louder. With every touch of the ball, Alexander-Arnold was followed by jeers from the Anfield faithful.

The Anfield crowd let Real Madrid’s Trent Alexander-Arnold know exactly how they feel about him. pic.twitter.com/fwyoOK5RI1
— Keifer MacDonald (@KeiferMacD) November 4, 2025

His wayward cross in the 95th minute was mocked by The Kop.

Liverpool Supporters Haven't Forgiven Alexander-Arnold

Trent Alexander-Arnold of Real Madrid looks on as he warms up prior to the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD4 match between Liverpool FC and Real Madrid C.F. at Anfield on November 04, 2025 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images)Photo by Justin Setterfield - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images

Once a massively popular figure on Merseyside, some Liverpool supporters haven’t forgiven Alexander-Arnold for his summer exit.

The England international right back joined Real Madrid for €10 million after he wound down his contract to essentially leave Liverpool on a free transfer. A deal was struck between the clubs that allowed Alexander-Arnold to leave in time to join Real Madrid ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

Alexander-Arnold made 354 appearances for Liverpool across all competitions. The 27-year-old twice won the Premier League title, lifted the Champions League trophy once, was a one-time FA Cup winner and captured the EFL Cup once in nine seasons at Anfield.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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