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Amad Diallo stepped up with a late equaliser to secure a thrilling 2-2 draw for Manchester United against Premier League leaders Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.
United’s Grit Shines Through
Despite recent struggles, Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United produced a spirited performance, matching the runaway league leaders stride for stride. Lisandro Martinez opened the scoring in the 52nd minute, smashing home a powerful effort from a tight angle to give United the lead.
Liverpool, however, hit back with a quick response. Cody Gakpo levelled the scores in the 59th minute with a superbly curled effort, followed by Mohamed Salah’s clinical penalty to put the hosts 2-1 up.
But United refused to back down. In the 80th minute, Diallo struck a composed finish to bring the match level, silencing the Anfield crowd and earning his side a deserved point.
End-to-End Finale
Both sides pushed for a winner in the closing stages, creating a nail-biting finish. Though neither could find the decisive goal, the draw left United’s fans celebrating a much-needed boost, while Liverpool rued their inability to close out the game.
Amorim Demands Consistency
United manager Ruben Amorim praised his side’s resilience but highlighted the need for greater consistency:
"When we fight for every ball and suffer together, we are a good team. But we need to do that every game, not just occasionally," Amorim said. "We controlled the tempo well and managed transitions, but we must approach every competition with the same focus."
Van Dijk Reflects on Missed Opportunities
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk admitted frustration, noting his side's failure to manage the game after taking the lead:
"Dropping points at home is always disappointing, but it could’ve been worse. We lost the ball too easily at times and left ourselves open. We need to move on and improve," Van Dijk said.
League Implications
Liverpool remain at the summit with 46 points from 19 games, six clear of second-placed Arsenal. Meanwhile, United climb to 13th, sitting on 23 points as they look to turn their season around under Amorim’s guidance.
This result could serve as a turning point for United, while Liverpool face growing pressure to maintain their title charge.