Liverpool's Champions League Heartbreak: A Tale of Unkind Draws

Liverpool topped the Champions League league format but faced an unfortunate exit after losing to PSG in a penalty shootout. Despite impressive wins over European giants, Liverpool was bested by a resurgent PSG squad, sparking debate over the value of league format ranking advantages.

In a season of highs and lows, Liverpool found themselves at the summit of European football in January, only to face Champions League elimination by early March.

Their path to the next stage encountered an immovable force in Paris Saint-Germain during the round of 16, ending in a penalty shootout defeat after a 1-1 aggregate draw.

Despite dominating the updated league format and defeating teams like Real Madrid and AC Milan, Liverpool's quest was halted by PSG, leaving coach Arne Slot to lament the luck of the draw and the tournament's competitive nuances.

(With inputs from agencies.)