Jude Bellingham said there was no shame in losing to Liverpool but suggested Arne Slot’s side wanted more after Real Madrid’s 2-0 defeat at Anfield.

Goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo extended Liverpool’s 100 percent record in the Champions League while securing a first win in 15 years against Real Madrid.

Liverpool took the lead after the break but watched as Kylian Mbappe had the chance to level the score after Andy Robertson fouled Lucas Vasquez in the penalty area. Madrid’s number 9 saw his penalty saved by Caoimhin Kelleher before the hosts eventually doubled their lead.

Speak with TNT After the match, Bellingham said Liverpool, who play Manchester City next Sunday – live on Sky Sports – were making it difficult for his side to gain a foothold in the match.

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“They were more ready than us, to be honest,” he said.

“It’s a bad result against the best performing team in Europe. There’s no shame in coming here and losing, but we’re disappointed with the way we performed.

“From the first minute they took control of the game. We never really maximized the spells we had in possession. When we got the ball back we tried to force a counter-attack a few too many times.

“We turned it over so many times that they were able to maintain control. Defensively, they kept us in a spot where we couldn’t hurt them as much.”

Mbappe’s penalty miss, which left the match 1-0 behind, added to a disappointing performance from the 25-year-old, who saw himself have just two shots and the only shot on target was that saved penalty. However, Bellingham defended his teammate and backed him to deliver big moments for Madrid.

“The pressure he exerts, because he is so good, is enormous,” he said.

“The penalty is not the reason why we lost the game. As a collective we weren’t good enough that night. They performed better than us and it’s as simple as that.”

“Kylian can hold his head high. I’m sure he will produce many more moments that are huge for this club.”

Lock awaits Bradley-Konate’s verdict after dual injury concerns

Liverpool boss Slot says the club is awaiting a verdict on Conor Bradley and Ibrahima Konate after the pair suffered late injuries against Real. Bradley was replaced by Joe Gomez after his crash, which indicated hamstring soreness. Konate also received treatment after the final whistle.

Asked about their injuries during his post-match press conference, Slot said: “I know where they are hurting, but how bad or how good it is is difficult to judge so close to the match.

“This is what happens during a season. We missed Trent (Alexander-Arnold) today, we missed (Diogo) Jota today, we missed Alisson today. We didn’t miss Trent because he was on the bench, but that he couldn’t.” playing from the start, but we missed Kostas.

“This happens over a season. I really hope they are both available to play (against Manchester City) because we want them all available, but if not then someone else has to step up and until now This season everyone I (have) selected to start has appeared.

“That is also what will happen on Sunday. If they can play, but also if they cannot play, other players will go a step further.”

Conclusion: Tonight should be about Kelleher’s best interests

Kelleher’s penalty stop against Mbappe kept his side ahead in the match. The Liverpool goalkeeper has now avoided three of the last four penalties conceded against Liverpool in all competitions excluding shootouts.

His firm hand in keeping out Mbappe comes just days after he saved a penalty against Southampton but conceded the rebound. When asked if his form made it difficult for him to be dropped when Alisson returned from injury, he said:

“I’ve been clear about this in the past. But that’s not what tonight is about. It’s a big moment for him. The penalty save was special for him. Let that be the headlines.”

Watch Liverpool take on Manchester City live on Sky Sports this Sunday, starting at 4 p.m.