A season of highs, lows, and a controversial final in Madrid
In short: Liverpool's 2017–18 campaign was a rollercoaster of record-breaking victories and frustrating setbacks. From a massive 7–0 thrashing in Slovenia to a 5–0 defeat in Manchester, the Reds navigated a demanding schedule across the Premier League, domestic cups, and the UEFA Champions League.
Liverpool entered their 126th year of existence during the 2017–18 season, marking 56 straight years in England's top division. The campaign began with a 3–3 draw against Watford and was characterized by significant individual performances, particularly from new signing Mohamed Salah, who scored in various competitions including preseason friendlies and the Premier League. The squad's preseason included a victory in the Premier League Asia Trophy. They also secured the Audi Cup title after a penalty shootout against Atlético Madrid.
The season saw both historic triumphs and significant struggles. In the UEFA Champions League, Liverpool achieved a record-breaking 7–0 away victory against Maribor, the largest away win by any English side in European competition. Nevertheless, the year concluded with a disappointing 3–1 defeat against Real Madrid during the Champions League final. This historic European triumph occurred during a group stage match held in Slovenia. However, the team's domestic form saw them fall to a 4–1 defeat against Tottenham at Wembley.
The squad faced various challenges, including injuries to players like Adam Lallana and high-profile transfer sagas. Notably, the club had to issue a public statement regarding interest in Virgil van Dijk and another regarding Philippe Coutinho's status following intense interest from Barcelona. On the pitch, the team navigated a difficult 5–0 loss to Manchester City in September, following a red card incident involving Sadio Mané. The campaign was also marked by a 3–3 draw in their opening league fixture. Additionally, the club suffered a 5–0 defeat in Manchester following a controversial red card for Sadio Mané.
Despite the mixed results in domestic cups—including an exit from the Carabao Cup against Leicester City—the Reds remained a dominant force in European play, reaching the Champions League final after navigating group stages and knockout rounds. Their domestic cup journey ended prematurely after losing to Leicester City in the Carabao Cup. Despite this, the club's European progress remained a central theme throughout the year.
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