Premier League GW32 - Man United vs Liverpool

Man United vs Liverpool | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Welcome to the thrilling match between Liverpool and Manchester United at the storied Old Trafford! Speculation is strong as supporters anxiously await the matchup between these long-standing rivals, with both teams aiming for important points.

Man United:

Three weeks prior, both teams squared off in an exciting FA Cup quarterfinal, with United winning 4-3 in the 121st minute thanks to a goal from Amad Diallo. The Red Devils' next two Premier League games haven't gone as planned, though, as they've lost 4-3 to Chelsea and drawn 1-1 with Brentford after blowing leads late in stoppage time. They had only lost two of their previous twelve games in all competitions (W9 D1) prior to the international break, and Erik ten Hag's team cannot afford any more mistakes if they hope to qualify for Europe the following season.

Liverpool:

After Arsenal's victory over Brentford yesterday, Liverpool dropped to second place in the standings, but three more points here will put them back atop the standings. Although the Reds have won six of their past seven Premier League games (W6), they have only managed one clean sheet during that time. They have also only dropped one of their previous 11 league encounters with United (W6 D4), however that was in the same matchup from the previous season, when they were defeated 2-1.

Line ups:

Manchester United Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Andre Onana; Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Harry Maguire, Willy Kambwala, Diogo Dalot; Casemiro, Kobbie Mainoo; Alejandro Garnacho, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford; Rasmus Hojlund.

Subs: Harry Amass, Sofyan Amrabat, Altay Bayindir, Christian Eriksen, Amad Diallo, Omari Forson, Mason Mount, Habeeb Ogunneye, Antony.

Liverpool Starting XI (4-3-3): Caoimhin Kelleher; Conor Bradley, Jarell Quansah, Virgil van Dijk, Andy Robertson; Alexis Mac Allister, Wataru Endo, Dominik Szoboszlai; Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez, Luis Diaz.

Subs: Jayden Danns, Harvey Elliott, Cody Gakpo, Joe Gomez, Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones, Ibrahima Konate, Adrian, Kostas Tsimikas.

Old Trafford Stadium | Picture Credits - Sports Illustrated

Diaz scored a goal and gave Liverpool a 0-1 lead | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

First Half: Liverpool Seize Early Lead

Liverpool showed off their attacking ability in the first half, dominating the match. Liverpool scored first, even after Garnacho of Manchester United had an early goal disallowed. Luis Diaz gave Liverpool a well-earned 1-0 lead in the 23rd minute with a scissor-kick into the net after connecting with Andy Robertson's corner.

Second Half: United Mount Comeback, Liverpool Equalize Late

After halftime, Manchester United emerged revitalised, as Bruno Fernandes scored an incredible equaliser from long range in the 50th minute. In the 67th minute, United took the lead thanks to a brilliant strike from Kobbie Mainoo that curled past Kelleher to make it 2-1.

Wan-Bissaka brought down Harvey Elliott in the 82nd minute, but Liverpool rallied valiantly and were awarded a penalty. With a cool head, Mohamed Salah scored the spot kick to tie the game at 2-2. The game finished in an exciting tie despite both teams' best efforts to find a late victory.

Fernandes scored a goal and broke the deadlock for Man United which levelled the score to 1-1 | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Honors Even as Manchester United and Liverpool Share Spoils

The match between Manchester United and Liverpool lived up to expectations, with both sides showcasing their offensive strength and tenacity. Even with a heroic comeback from Manchester United, Liverpool's late equaliser gave them a crucial point. Due to the draw, Manchester United is now in sixth place after three games without a win, while Liverpool is still in second place, behind Arsenal on goal differential. The competition for Premier League supremacy rages on as both sides prepare for their upcoming European games.

Mainoo’s goal for Man United gave them a 2-1 lead for the first time in the match | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Salah scored a goal through penalty for Liverpool which levelled the score to 2-2 | Picture Credits: Premier League Website