Holders Real Madrid produced a stunning comeback from two goals down to earn a devastating 5-2 victory at Liverpool in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie on Tuesday. UEFA feel full force of Anfield furyIt won't mean much in the grand scheme but Mohamed Salah secured another piece of Anfield history, one that really shouldn't be underestimated. If UEFA were in any doubt about the depth of feeling towards them at Anfield, it was removed before kick-off. The ferocity of the booing and whistling that drowned out the Champions League anthem created an atmosphere unlike most European games here. On Matthew Street, the area synonymous with the Cavern Club, Roberto Carlos - a man familiar with Champions League success - was spotted holding court.
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