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The Digest:

Manchester United secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, with Harry Maguire’s 84th-minute header sealing a crucial win for manager Ruben Amorim’s side. Bryan Mbeumo’s early opener and Cody Gakpo’s equalizer were not enough for Liverpool, who suffered a fourth consecutive loss for the first time since 2014, deepening the crisis around new manager Arne Slot’s reign.

Key Points:
  • Manchester United defeated Liverpool 2-1 at Anfield with a late Harry Maguire winner.
  • Bryan Mbeumo scored in the 3rd minute before Cody Gakpo leveled for Liverpool.
  • This was Ruben Amorim’s first consecutive Premier League victory as United manager.
  • Liverpool have now lost four straight matches for the first time in over a decade.
  • The Reds trail leaders Arsenal by four points in the title race.
  • Liverpool hit the woodwork three times and missed key chances throughout the match.
  • United’s victory eases pressure on Amorim and moves them to ninth in the table.
The result underscores the shifting dynamics between these historic rivals, with United showing resilience while Liverpool face growing questions about their direction under new leadership.

Sources: AFP