Mohamed Salah’s second-minute penalty is the only thing separating Liverpool and Tottenham at half-time in the Champions League final at Wanda Metropolitano.

A worrying half for Pochettino, whose side took a while to get into the contest and failed to test Alisson Becker. They have dominated possession too, with Liverpool satisfied to hit their opponents on the break with their dangerous attacking options.

Sadio Mane’s attempt at a cross was adjudged to have been handled by Moussa Sissoko by referee Damir Skomina, who pointed to the spot. There was a substantial wait as the video assistant referee checked the decision. Salah blasted the resulting penalty into the net to put his team ahead. Spurs responded with periods of neat play

Spurs worked themselves into promising positions around the Liverpool area on several occasions, but the final ball was lacking when it most counted. Klopp’s team have been sloppy in possession at times. Spurs have been unable to take advantage, though, with Alisson a virtual spectator.

But Pochettino will be demanding more precision from his side in the final third in the second period.

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