Trent Alexander-Arnold had the hostile homecoming that many were expecting.

The Reds looked to be getting back on track after winning back-to-back games, with this being one of the biggest results of the season after beating Real Madrid 1-0.

The game was overshadowed beforehand by Alexander-Arnold returning to Anfield for the first time since his controversial departure, with it being safe to say he was not welcomed back with open arms.

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His name was booed over the PA system, as well as when he came out to warm up and when he came on as a substitute, with Liverpool fans making their feelings known.

Some rival fans may not quite understand why a player who achieved so much would be booed like that, but Jamie Carragher summed it up perfectly.

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Before the game, some fans were caught in two minds over the reaction they felt they should give the scouser, with some saying they would applaud, while the majority said they would boo.

It would not have been the nicest thing in the world for the former Red, although he has made his bed so must lie in it, with...