Several fireworks were set off outside the reported Real Madrid team hotel in Liverpool city center last night.

The incident occurred today ahead of Los Blancos’ UEFA Champions League clash with the English Premier League leaders.

The fireworks were reportedly set off at around 2am outside the Innside by Melia Hotel, the site where Real Madrid were last on Merseyside in 2023. According to Anfield Watch, a similar fireworks incident occurred this year; In the end, the Royals defeated Liverpool 5-2.

You can watch a video of the night’s event below.

Due to Vinicius Jr.’s recent injury, Liverpool coach Arne Slot will change his team’s approach for the game against Real Madrid. The Brazilian was ruled out of the game following an assessment earlier this week.

However, during his pre-match press conference, the Dutch coach admitted that he was unsure what Carlo Ancelotti’s side would look like after kick-off.

“Since he (Vinicius Jr.) is not playing now, we have to expect something different. I think he played almost every game for Madrid, so again it’s quite difficult for us to understand what to expect. But we know what we’re doing.” We can expect 11 players of great quality and we’ll try to prepare them as best as we can. Will he play from the left? (Arda) Guler launch?”

– Arne Slot

Real Madrid’s match against Liverpool in the Champions League begins at 3:00 p.m. EST/12:00 p.m. PST. You can view the full preview here.

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