Manchester United earned a hard-fought 2–1 victory over rivals Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, with Harry Maguire’s late header sealing all three points in a thrilling encounter.
United got off to a dream start when Bryan Mbeumo struck in the 3rd minute after a brilliant assist from Amad Diallo. Liverpool battled back through Cody Gakpo, who equalised in the 78th minute following sustained pressure from the hosts.
However, just six minutes later, Maguire rose highest to nod home Bruno Fernandes’ cross, restoring United’s lead and ensuring a famous win — their first league victory at Anfield since 2016.
The result marked Ruben Amorim’s first back-to-back Premier League win as United manager, easing the pressure on his side after a slow start to the campaign.
For Liverpool, it was a night to forget. The defeat was their fourth consecutive loss, a streak they last endured in 2014 under Brendan Rodgers. Manager Arne Slot now faces growing questions after spending nearly £450 million on new players but failing to find a winning formula.
Despite flashes of promise from Mohamed Salah and Gakpo, Liverpool’s finishing let them down. They struck the woodwork three times, while United looked sharp and composed at both ends of the pitch.
United’s win moves them up to ninth in the Premier League table, closing the gap on Liverpool to just two points. Meanwhile, Slot’s side remain four points behind league leaders Arsenal, with pressure mounting ahead of their next fixture.
Maguire’s header may well be remembered as the turning point in United’s season — and perhaps the beginning of a major crisis at Anfield.
