Manchester United Ends Anfield Drought with Victory Over Liverpool
Manchester United secured a vital 2-1 victory against Liverpool, marking their first win at Anfield since January 2016. Captain Bruno Fernandes attributed part of their success to the visible frustration among Liverpool fans, which seemed to pressure the home team during the first half.
United took an early lead with a second-minute goal from Bryan Mbeumo, but Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo equalized later in the match. The decisive moment came when Harry Maguire scored a header in the 84th minute, sealing the victory for United. This win brings new momentum for United manager Ruben Amorim, achieving consecutive league wins for the first time since joining the club from Sporting CP last November.
With this latest defeat, Liverpool has now lost four matches in a row across all competitions. The last time they faced a similar slump was in September 1953. They will look to bounce back in their upcoming Champions League match against Eintracht Frankfurt.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Fernandes noted the significance of the rivalry, saying, “We understand that this match means a lot to the club and the fans. It’s important to win here, especially after such a long time.” He highlighted how the home crowd’s anxiety created opportunities for his team, allowing them to control the pace of the game.
Maguire expressed relief at finally achieving back-to-back league wins, stating, “It’s a stat we shouldn’t even be discussing, so now we aim to make it three against Brighton this Saturday.” He emphasized the need for consistency in their performances after a few erratic seasons.
As the victory puts United just two points behind fourth-place Liverpool, Amorim remains cautious about future expectations. “Let’s focus on winning three games in a row first,” he stated. “We remain the same team as before, and our objective is still to make it to Europe.” He reiterated the importance of this win for the fans, who have faced struggles earlier in the season but saw a rejuvenated United side this time.n
