I watched Dua Lipa in Liverpool and her Anfield debut was truly sensational

The popstar took over the home of Liverpool FC, supported by Alessi Rose and Dove Cameron, and wowed the crowds with impressive dancing, fantastic vocals and an energetic show.

Although I wouldn’t class myself as a Dua Lipa fan, I couldn’t say no to her first Anfield gig - especially as a Liverpool fan. My friend and I had brilliant seats in the Sir Kenny Dalglish stand, right next to the Golden Circle standing area.

While we missed Alessi Rose’s performance, we were incredibly impressed with Dove Cameron - whose vocals reminded me of Lady Gaga. Though we didn’t know her songs, her performance was fantastic and got us hyped up for Dua to take to the stage.

Beginning her set with Training Season, I knew Dua’s performance was going to be fantastic. The One Kiss singer was incredibly energetic and I could tell a lot of effort had gone into the show, with various costume changes, multiple rounds of fireworks and complex dance routines.

Of course, One Kiss was the highlight and we were even treated to two renditions of the unofficial Liverpool FC anthem. Another highlight was Dua’s performance with Liverpool legend Dave McCabe. The Zutons’ singer took to the stage to perform a duet of Valerie, in a lovely nod to the city.

Heavy rain began to pour halfway through the show but that didn’t stop Dua and her dancers from continuing to put on a fantastic performance, playing hit songs like New Rules, Dance The Night and Houdini.

Despite not listening to Dua Lipa much - unless she’s on the radio - I have to say I knew more than half of the songs and had an amazing time singing and dancing. I think I underestimated just what an outstanding performer she is, and I’d 100% see her again.

Dua Lipa Liverpool set list

Dua Lipa’s night one at Anfield setlist was as follows:

1. Training Season
2. End of an Era
3. Break My Heart
4. One Kiss
5. Whatcha Doing
6. Levitating
7. These Walls
8. Valerie (The Zutons cover) (with Dave McCabe)
9. Maria
10. Let's Get Physical (Workout)
11. Physical
12. Electricity
13. Hallucinate
14. Illusion
15. Falling Forever Intro
16. Falling Forever
17. Happy for You
18. Love Again
19. Anything for Love
20. Be the One
21. New Rules
22. Dance the Night
23. Don't Start Now
24. One Kiss
25. Houdini