Liverpool unfurled an old school approach to an away tie in Europe, and it got a victory that has long been craved, with fans noting just that after the 1-0 win at Inter.The trip to face Inter was almost a sideshow to what has unfolded since Saturday evening, but the Reds arrived at San Siro and took three, almost unexpected, points.Dominik Szoboszlai‘s penalty sealed three points as Arne Slot‘s side kept Inter to only nine shots and just two on target, with a solid base prioritised over free-flowing football.It was not always thrilling viewing, with Liverpool’s attacking play still very much in need of tending to, but the victory, in isolation, was much-needed.The old school approach was rightly commended by supporters…Outstanding win. Most complete performance in terms of control in a game in a long time. Really good balance to the group. Too much chat about individuals this week. This was a TEAM win #YNWA— keith costigan (@KeithCostigan) December 9, 2025Another case of creating nothing and conceding nothing tonight. Low event games. This is what back to basics looks like.— Josh Williams (@DistanceCovered) December 9, 2025This may have been a tight game decided by a soft penalty, but Liverpool wouldn't have been in a position to win that a few weeks ago given how porous they were. That they've tightened things up was key to an important win for their top-eight hopes and, of course, Arne Slot.— David Lynch (@davidlynchlfc) December 9, 2025The right scoreline, but definitely not a penalty. But who cares? A grown-up performance at last. Great result.— Peter Bolster (@peter_bolster) December 9, 2025Now that's a classic CL away performance. Pen was soft but should have got the disallowed goal anyways, team fought till the end. Good to see— Dinesh Kumar (@DHardayal) December 9, 2025See that’s a perfectly acceptable cautious approach away in Europe, you just can’t do that at home to Sunderland.— Rory Greenfield (@RoryGreenfield) December 9, 2025Felt like a professional, no frills Rafael Benitez European away.Although there's a stroke of luck with the penalty, Arne Slot picked a team to achieve what transpired; stay solid and nick something.Not very fluent in attack, but it's Inter and you walk before you run— John O'Sullivan (@NotoriousJOS) December 9, 2025“It was not shiny, but it was a solid match. Hard work and grit has always been our ethos, and I love to see it.” – Vlatko Georgievski in TIA comments.“Excellent win. Stop conceding goals and then work on scoring them. I’m fine with packing midfield until we can get some stability every week, then we can work on pinning the opposition back and pushing people forward.” – davestavros in TIA comments.“Ugly but i’ll take it. Credit to Slot for doing something different. We need to get the ball put to strikers quicker though. Bradley and Wirtz anticipate better. Gomez on the right and Robbo on the left were hesitant to send the ball in so the timing was just off.” – Jack in TIA comments.Old school European away performance.— Mo Stewart (@The_Mighty_Mojo) December 9, 2025To say we needed that is a fucking understatement. Nothing flashy, worked hard and got the job done. One step at a time and we wait to see what version turns up vs. Brighton. ?? pic.twitter.com/eoCi8yiVor— Mick Moran (@Mick_Moran_) December 9, 2025A win and a clean sheet ?That’s how you play in a tough match away from home in Europe.— Jack Gill (@jacklfcgill) December 9, 2025After conceding three goals in quick succession over the weekend, keeping Inter off the scoresheet is a notable improvement, but that resoluteness will be put to the test again against Brighton.Liverpool’s standing in the Champions League needed this result, it is one Rafa Benitez would be proud of – and at least we can talk about a win while the Mo Salah narrative continues!