Brendan Rodgers conceded Liverpool had been taught a lesson after Real Madrid swept to an imperious 3-0 victory that left his side in severe danger of Champions League elimination.

Rodgers' team was powerless to prevent the holder from cementing its position on top of Group B with a ruthless demolition job at Anfield on Wednesday.

Carlo Ancelotti's side was out of sight by halftime after Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring in the 23rd minute with his 70th Champions League goal - one behind record-holder Raul - and then Karim Benzema netted twice in quick succession to punish dreadful Liverpool defending.