Liverpool’s shock win over PSG was built on Alisson Becker’s masterclass, leaving France in stunned admiration

Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain will go down as one of the most astonishing performances of the season—not because of the Reds’ attacking prowess, but because of the sheer brilliance of Alisson Becker.

The Brazilian shot-stopper delivered what many are calling his finest display in a Liverpool shirt, making nine breathtaking saves to deny a relentless PSG side that dominated from start to finish. With just one shot on target all game, Liverpool somehow escaped Paris with the advantage, thanks to Alisson’s goalkeeping masterclass.

While Liverpool legend Steve Nicol slammed the team’s lack of attacking ambition, French football was left in awe of Alisson. Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit revealed just how much the goalkeeper’s performance ‘shocked everyone’ in France.

Speaking on After Foot, Petit described Alisson’s display as ‘monstrous,’ admitting that PSG would have ‘shaken Liverpool’ if not for the 32-year-old’s divine interventions. “Alisson had a crazy match, that’s all. He was in a state of grace, he shocked everyone,” said Petit. “If he doesn’t make those exceptional saves, PSG would have destroyed Liverpool. I’ve never seen them dominate an opponent like this all season.”

Petit’s remarks echo the sentiments of many French pundits, who could not believe what they witnessed. Even L’Équipe, infamous for its harsh player ratings, nearly awarded Alisson a perfect score. Brest’s manager took things even further, comparing Alisson to Jesus Christ—a statement that sums up the near-miraculous nature of his performance.

Liverpool boss Arne Slot will know his side got away with one in Paris. Despite a solid defensive effort, Liverpool were completely outplayed and would have conceded at least four goals had Alisson not produced a once-in-a-lifetime showing.

Yet, while this game will be remembered as Alisson’s masterpiece, it also raises serious questions about Liverpool’s attack. Star forwards struggled to create chances, and without their goalkeeper’s heroics, the result could have been humiliating.

With the second leg looming, Liverpool will need much more than divine goalkeeping to finish the job at Anfield. For now, though, Alisson’s name will echo in football folklore—his ‘Jesus-like’ performance ensuring Liverpool live to fight another day.