Incredibly, Liverpool had 34 shots on target, the most in a Premier League goalless game, and will be out on their own. It was a golden opportunity for Liverpool to put some sunlight between themselves and reigning champions Manchester City, but they failed to take it. Manchester United star Dalot received two yellow cards in two seconds against Liverpool. Carragher questions Ten Hag’s use of Manchester United star against Liverpool – ‘He can’t play’Liverpool went into this game knowing that Pep Guardiola’s men would be 12 points behind if City won all of their Club World Cup games in Saudi Arabia. Even when the game is in progress, adding points to the board can be difficult. But United were well organised, determined and solid. They only lost once, when Diogo Dalot was sent off in extra time. Dalot tackled Mo Salah on what he thought was a Manchester United free-kick and was shown a yellow card after shouting angrily at referee Michael Oliver. Received a second yellow card after complaining about the first yellow card.
It was a crazy moment for Dalot, but it didn’t justify his anger. It showed how excited he was and what history United’s performance had become. Luke Shaw was outstanding in defence, youngster Kobbi Mainoo was excellent in central midfield and the visitors had chances on the counter throughout the game.But it was all about Liverpool’s wastefulness and if City’s inconsistency opens the door for another winner this season, their ruthless streak could end up costing them dearly. Liverpool face title rivals Arsenal at Anfield next Saturday and Aston Villa can’t stop winning. Of course, whoever finishes better than City this season will be champions. It was the first time Liverpool had failed to take all three points at Anfield in the Premier League and it didn’t matter if they won or not. But how? The first 10 minutes were ridiculous and menacing, with a total of 57,158 home fans threatening to destroy United with another top-class opener at Anfield Road, with the visitors shivering and agitated as Darwin Nunes and Mo Salah they approached .
57,158 people were at Anfield between Liverpool and Manchester United. Anfield match between Liverpool and Manchester United was attended by 57,158 people. But 22 minutes later, Nunez got lucky. The Liverpool forward was shown a yellow card after colliding with Jonny Evans and kicking the ball. It seemed more blatant than rude, and given the scornful applause that followed, Oliver might as well have ignored it once more. Virgil van Dijk’s header is blocked by Andre Onana. Trent Alexander-Arnold headed in a goal after Salah was brought down, Ibrahima Konate failed to score and Cody Gakpo headed home. United had a well organized defense and midfield, but Alejandro Garnacho was poor, Anthony was unproductive and Rasmus Hojlund received less service but still worked tirelessly.
United threatened further when Scott McTominay broke to support Hojlund and that combination gave the visitors their best chance, but the Danish striker was denied by Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker. It would be tough on Liverpool, but in the end they will be kicking themselves for not rewarding possession and opportunity. Liverpool could be a year ahead of schedule in the title race. United needed pride. Unlike last season, it was Manchester United who finished the game much happier.
From feast to famine. A humiliating deadlock of 7 goals. A proven and deserved point for Liverpool, but a missed opportunity for Liverpool to really highlight their title potential.
Liverpool beat United by seven goals in that game last March, but failed to score a goal this time around.
