Thu Jan 30 13:28:58 IST 2025: ## Liverpool’s Unbeaten Champions League Run Ends in 3-2 Defeat at PSV
**Eindhoven, Netherlands –** Liverpool’s perfect Champions League record came to an end on Wednesday with a 3-2 loss to PSV Eindhoven, despite ultimately topping their group. Despite a much-changed lineup, the Reds twice took the lead through Cody Gakpo’s penalty and Harvey Elliott’s goal, only to see PSV fight back. Johan Bakayoko’s equaliser was followed by goals from Ismael Saibari and Ricardo Pepi, securing a comeback victory for the home side. The match ended with Liverpool down to 10 men after substitute Amara Nallo received a straight red card late in the game. Despite the loss, Liverpool finished atop Group A with 21 points, two points clear of second-place Barcelona, who drew 2-2 against Atalanta in their final group match.
In other Champions League action, Aston Villa secured their last-16 spot with a thrilling 4-2 win over Celtic. Morgan Rogers’ hat-trick, including two goals in the opening five minutes, and Ollie Watkins’ first Champions League goal powered Villa to victory, despite Adam Idah’s quick-fire double for Celtic. Rogers’ late goal sealed the win for Villa.
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