Result and final score as Harvey Elliott strikes lucky in Champions League - Arne Slot’s Liverpool side remain top of the new-look Champions League

Liverpool booked their spot in the last 16 of the Champions League with a 2-1 victory over 10-man Lille on Tuesday at Anfield, thanks to goals from talisman Mohamed Salah and substitute Harvey Elliott.

However, with 34 minutes on the clock, Mohamed Salah would break the deadlock with a finish typical of the Egyptian superstar. After Lille pulled a goal back, Harvey Elliott would go on to score the winner, keeping Liverpool on top of the Champions League table.

Arne Slot's dad wasn't impressed with Liverpool's win over Lille in the Champions League saying "it wasn't as exciting as other games of Liverpool."

Liverpool make it seven wins out of seven in the Champions League. Elliott's deflected strike proved to be the winner. Lille put up a decent fight, equalising through David after Mandi was sent off. Job done.

Liverpool defeated 10-man Lille 2-1 at Anfield in the Champions League on Tuesday night and have now confirmed a top-eight finish in the league phase - an autom

While Slot aims for control through possession, his father would like to see a more thrilling performance from Liverpool. Arend criticised Liverpool 's Champions League performance against Lille, despite their 2-1 victory securing a spot in the last-16, believing his son should have adopted more aggressive tactics.

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Mo Salah and Chris Wood have been in sensational form this season and both have excellent opportunities on Saturday to continue their great form with games against Ipswich and Bournemouth respectively.

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Liverpool are top of both the Premier League and the Champions League tables and take on a Lille side also among the top eight in the UCL.

The narrative of Lille’s journey to Liverpool is wrapped in enigma and resilience. They have ventured through football giants, beating Real Madrid and securing a point from Juventus.. Their arrival at Anfield is painted with the hues of potential and ambition, challenging the preordained and stirring the waters of the Champions League.