Liverpool delivered a masterclass performance at Old Trafford, crushing Manchester United 3-0 in a Premier League clash that highlighted the growing gap between the two rivals. Luis Díaz emerged as the star of the show, netting a brace in the 35th and 42nd minutes of the first half, both goals assisted by the ever-reliable Mohamed Salah.Salah continued his remarkable record against Manchester United, scoring Liverpool’s third goal in the 56th minute. This marked Salah’s 10th goal in nine appearances at Old Trafford across all competitions, further cementing his status as a thorn in United’s side.The victory was marred by crucial errors from Manchester United’s Casemiro, whose mistakes directly led to two of Liverpool’s goals. These lapses in concentration proved costly for Erik ten Hag’s side, prompting questions about the Brazilian midfielder’s form and future at the club.Liverpool’s new manager, Arne Slot, has made an impressive start to his tenure, guiding the team to three wins in three matches. Slot’s impact has been immediate, with the team adapting quickly to his style of play, which he describes as ‘more reflective than Klopp’s’.The result leaves Liverpool joint-top of the Premier League alongside Manchester City, both with perfect records after three games. In contrast, Manchester United finds themselves languishing in 14th place with just three points, raising concerns about their ability to compete at the highest level this season.As Liverpool captain Bruno Fernandes aptly summarized, ‘The goals are always self-inflicted. You need to commit a mistake to give them the goal’, highlighting the defensive frailties that United will need to address during the upcoming international break.
Key points
- Liverpool secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford.
- Luis Díaz scored twice and Mohamed Salah once, with Salah also providing two assists.
- Casemiro’s errors led to two of Liverpool’s goals, highlighting Manchester United’s defensive issues.
- Liverpool joins Manchester City at the top of the Premier League with a perfect record, while United struggles in 14th place.
Contradictions👾There is a minor discrepancy in the reporting of Salah’s goal-scoring record at Old Trafford.
Some sources state he has scored in seven consecutive games, while others mention 10 goals in nine appearances.
