In a thrilling encounter at Old Trafford, Liverpool delivered a resounding 3-0 victory over arch-rivals Manchester United, extending their perfect start under new manager Arne Slot. Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah were the dynamic duo responsible for United’s downfall, showcasing their lightning-fast pace and clinical finishing.
Diaz opened the scoring with a header from Salah’s cross, followed by another goal seven minutes later, assisted by Salah again.
As Slot noted, “The boys were fantastic today, they worked so hard and deserved the win.” Salah then sealed the win with a fierce strike in the 52nd minute, his third goal of the season, leaving United’s defense in tatters.
This victory marks a significant milestone for Liverpool, who are now second in the Premier League, behind Manchester City on goal difference. Slot becomes the first permanent manager to win his first league game against United since Bob Paisley in 1975, a feat that has left him beaming with pride.
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In contrast, United’s defeat has heaped pressure on manager Erik ten Hag, who is facing scrutiny after a woeful display. As one observer noted, “Ten Hag cannot afford another poor league campaign after finishing eighth in 2023/24.”
United’s loss follows their 2-1 defeat at Brighton last weekend, and the team’s performance has raised questions about their ability to compete with the league’s top teams.
The rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester United is one of the fiercest in football, and this match has only added fuel to the fire.
As the two teams vying for dominance in the Premier League, their encounters are always highly anticipated and closely watched. This victory has given Liverpool the upper hand, but United will be eager to bounce back and restore their pride.
