United Shock Liverpool in Dramatic Anfield Victory
Amorim’s men show heart, luck, and late drama to stun Liverpool
Manchester United fans came to Anfield with cautious hope — and left in celebration. After nine long years without a win at Liverpool, United finally broke the spell, beating their rivals 2–1 in a dramatic Premier League clash that had everything: missed chances, big saves, and a late, unforgettable winner from Harry Maguire.
United Start Fast, Mbeumo Strikes Early
From the first whistle, United looked sharp. Bryan Mbeumo set the tone just minutes in after a chaotic aerial challenge between Alexis Mac Allister, Virgil van Dijk and Mbeumo left the Liverpool man dazed. United played on quickly, Bruno Fernandes released Amad Diallo down the flank, and Mbeumo buried his chance from a tight angle.
Arne Slot’s frustration was clear on the sideline — Liverpool wanted a foul, but the referee waved play on. The home side responded by pushing forward, with Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah causing all sorts of trouble.
End-to-End Chaos
The first half was pure entertainment. Liverpool hit the woodwork through Gakpo, while United’s Fernandes clipped the post after a slick team move. Goalkeepers on both sides were busy — Giorgi Mamardashvili had to smother shots from Mount and Mbeumo, while Senne Lammens made key stops to deny Alexander Isak.
It felt like either side could take control, but United’s belief grew with every counterattack, led by the tireless Matheus Cunha, who bossed midfield with energy and composure.
Liverpool Fight Back, But Maguire Has the Final Word
Liverpool came out after halftime looking hungry. Gakpo hit the post again, Salah fired wide, and finally, the pressure paid off. United couldn’t clear their lines after a scramble, Federico Chiesa poked the ball into the danger zone, and Gakpo tapped in to level.
The home crowd roared, expecting a late surge. But United had other plans.
In the 87th minute, Fernandes delivered a stunning volleyed cross from a recycled corner, and Maguire — who missed a similar chance in last season’s 2–2 draw — powered his header home. Redemption complete.
Liverpool threw everything forward in stoppage time, but their luck was gone. Gakpo somehow headed wide from point-blank range, and that was that. United’s long Anfield drought was over.
A Turning Point for Amorim’s United
For United, this was more than just a win. It was proof that Amorim’s project is taking shape — fight, structure, and a touch of magic when it mattered.
For Slot’s Liverpool, however, it’s a worrying trend. A third straight league defeat leaves them chasing Arsenal and searching for answers. As Van Dijk admitted afterward: “We were too rushed. We didn’t think clearly.”
At Anfield, United finally did.
