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Kelleher denied Mbappe from the penalty spot.
Fans noticed Alisson’s reaction to team-mate Caoimhin Kelleher’s brilliant penalty save against Kylian Mbappe during Liverpool’s Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
The first half ended in a goalless stalemate, but Liverpool took the lead early in the second half through Alexis Mac Allister’s strike. Shortly after, Real Madrid earned a penalty when Andy Robertson fouled Lucas Vazquez, and VAR upheld the decision.
Mbappe stepped up confidently, aiming for the bottom right corner, but Kelleher produced a stunning diving save to keep him out.
The Republic of Ireland keeper has been Liverpool’s stand-in starter since Alisson sustained a hamstring injury. Fans caught Alisson’s amused and impressed reaction as he chatted with a coach before refocusing on the game.
Although Alisson is expected to reclaim his starting role once fit, Kelleher’s standout performances, including a player-of-the-match display for Ireland, suggest strong competition for the number one spot. Former striker Kevin Doyle even predicted Kelleher could become one of the world’s top goalkeepers, praising his all-around ability.
