But seriously, I think that was the beginning of the end for Klopp now. Or maybe said differently, the end of the end. The beginning of the end is their performance in the Premier League. Now losing 2:5 in a home game after a lead with two goals, I am shocked and Klopp is probably, too.
Everyone associated with Liverpool is shocked, you don't lose in that way in front of your home crowd, because at the end of the day it wouldn't be the defeat (or imminent elimination) that matters, but how possible (and quickly) can you pick yourselves up and get ready for the busy schedule ahead, with games set to start coming thick and fast. I don't know for how long before we start seeing agitations for Klopp to be fired, i know he has given Liverpool quite a lot to cheer for in recent years, but the performances this season is unacceptable and i'm pretty sure sooner or later the board would make that unequivocally known to him.
The crushing defeat against Real Madrid seemed to diminish Liverpool's chances of advancing further in the Champions League.
Liverpool must at least be able to beat Real Madrid by a minimum margin of 4 goals to qualify for the upcoming second leg.
It's not easy for Liverpool to do this, considering they will be playing at the home of the Champions League king.
If they fail to qualify, Liverpool will most likely be fasting for the title at the end of this season.