Rousing the Kop

Florian Wirtz says he genuinely got goosebumps because of what Liverpool fans did earlier this season

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Florian Wirtz is already starting to understand what Liverpool at their best can feel like. The German has adjusted well to life at Anfield, but some nights still hit differently, and it is no surprise that one of them came against Real Madrid under the lights.That fixture has carried real weight for Liverpool for years.



Florian Wirtz on getting goosebumps against Real Madrid at AnfieldLiverpool beat Madrid 1-0 that night, with Alexis Mac Allister scoring the winner in a game where Arne Slot’s side were the better team and Wirtz himself was heavily involved in the contest. I’d say against Real Madrid.

Anfield has produced plenty of huge nights, but Liverpool against Real Madrid will always carry something extra, and Wirtz clearly felt it in full.That rivalry has become iconic in the modern game, and nights like that are a big reason why. If Liverpool can get past PSG in the Champions League quarter-finals, there is every chance they could be staring at Madrid again in the semi-finals.READ MORE: Steven Gerrard explains the signings Liverpool need to make to get the most out of Florian WirtzJoin Our NewsletterReceive a digest of our best Liverpool content each week direct to your mailbox