Manchester United delivered a statement performance at Old Trafford, edging Liverpool 3-2 in a pulsating Premier League clash that reshapes the race for Champions League qualification.
The hosts made a flying start, asserting control early with sharp attacking intent. Matheus Cunha opened the scoring inside six minutes, capitalising on defensive hesitation to give United the lead. Momentum stayed firmly with the home side as Benjamin Sesko doubled the advantage in the 14th minute, finishing clinically to put Liverpool on the back foot.
Liverpool, however, responded with urgency after the break. Dominik Szoboszlai pulled one back just two minutes into the second half, injecting belief into the visitors’ comeback effort. That pressure paid off in the 56th minute when Cody Gakpo found the equaliser, bringing the contest level and setting up a tense final half-hour.
With the match finely balanced, it was Kobbie Mainoo who stepped up. The midfielder struck in the 77th minute to restore United’s lead, a decisive moment that ultimately secured all three points in one of the season’s most entertaining fixtures.
The victory lifts Manchester United to 64 points, strengthening their hold on third place, while Liverpool remains fourth on 58 points, facing increased pressure in the closing stages of the campaign.
Elsewhere in the Premier League, Bournemouth secured a comfortable 3-0 win over Crystal Palace, continuing their steady run of form.
With inputs from WAM
