Dubai – Masaader News
Liverpool won the European Super Cup after defeating Chelsea on penalties in Istanbul on Wednesday, according to CNN.
After an enthralling contest that finished at 2-2 after extra time, it was Liverpool that prevailed 5-4 on spot kicks, with goalkeeper Adrián stopping a shot from Chelsea’s Tammy Abraham to spark celebrations from those in red.
This particular European Super Cup final, the annual contest between the winner of the European Champions League and the Europa League victor, made history before a ball had even been kicked.
The first final involving two English clubs, it also provided the platform for Stephanie Frappart to become the first female referee to take charge of a major men’s European contest.