Manchester United Hold Liverpool to 2-2 Draw in Thrilling Anfield Clash
Manchester United ended a four-game losing streak with a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Premier League leaders Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, denting the hosts’ title charge in dramatic fashion.
Lisandro Martinez opened the scoring for United with a thunderous strike, breaking their six-year goal drought at Anfield. However, Cody Gakpo equalized for Liverpool before Mohamed Salah fired home a penalty to give the hosts a 2-1 lead.
United, showing renewed confidence, salvaged a point through Amad Diallo, who slotted home in the 80th minute after a smart assist from Alejandro Garnacho. Harry Maguire nearly won it for the visitors in stoppage time but missed a golden chance.
The result leaves Liverpool six points clear at the top with a game in hand over Arsenal, while Manchester United climb to 13th, moving seven points clear of the relegation zone.
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Manager Ruben Amorim praised his side’s resilience after a shaky start to his tenure, boosted by the return of Bruno Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte from suspension. Despite dominating early chances, Liverpool were unable to secure the win, highlighting United’s much-improved defensive organization and counter-attacking threat.
Liverpool will look to bounce back in their title pursuit, while United aim to build momentum after avoiding a fifth consecutive defeat.
