Fans have been left stunned after Fabrizio Romano revealed breaking news from UEFA: Liverpool will not be permitted to host Real Madrid at Anfield in their upcoming Champions League showdown. Instead, the tie has been shifted to a neutral venue.
Why the Ban?
UEFA cited its new “stadium neutrality policy.” According to Article 45, when two sides meet repeatedly in Europe, matches can no longer always be played at the same home grounds to preserve “competitive balance.”
With Liverpool and Real Madrid clashing frequently in recent seasons — including two finals and multiple knockout rounds — UEFA argues that keeping the game at Anfield would hand the Reds too much of an advantage.
Romano confirmed: “It’s official — Liverpool vs Real Madrid will not be played at Anfield. UEFA has invoked their new regulations to enforce neutrality. Liverpool must play at an alternative stadium.”
Fan Outrage
The decision has triggered fury across Merseyside. Many supporters believe UEFA is once again favouring Real Madrid, noting that the Spanish side has never faced the same restrictions at the Santiago Bernabéu.
One angry fan vented: “This is a gift to Madrid. UEFA protecting their golden club again. Taking Anfield out of the equation kills Liverpool’s chances.”
A Historic First
This marks the first time a major Champions League fixture has been stripped from a club’s home ground. Critics are calling it one of the most controversial rulings in the competition’s history.
For Liverpool, a legendary Anfield night has been taken away. For Madrid, questions continue to swirl over why UEFA’s biggest calls seem to break in their favour
