MANCHESTER UNITED came agonisingly close to securing the victory as Adam Lallana’s late goal rescued an un-deserved point for Liverpool.
Boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer came up with a tactical masterclass to outfox Jurgen Klopp and his players responded with arguably their best performance of the season in the 1-1 draw at Old Trafford.
SunSport’s Duncan Wright gives his ratings on a bright day for United which deserved much more than a point.
A surprise name on the team-sheet after injury on Spain duty, he was a calming influence behind the defence. Hardly had anything to do, and no chance with the late goal. 6
Began by pushing a long way up the pitch to put the pressure on Andy Robertson and deny him the opportunity to attack down the left. But switched off to allow the Scot to cross for the killer equaliser to spoil an otherwise impressive display. 6
Helped restrict Liverpool any space or room to attack in behind him in the first half, though was fortunate the handball was spotted after Mane got in behind him to score before VAR ruled it out. 7
United need leaders and was on the front foot from the off, looking to establish himself as the dominant force. A commanding display which announced him as the number one leader in the Old Trafford squad. 8
In at the last second after the Tuanzebe injury and started slowly, losing possession just on the edge of the area and was fortunate to escape. But otherwise excellent and a welcome return to form. 7
Steady as you like and a calming influence for his players in an impressive first half for United. But a lapse in concentration saw Lallana run in off him to score. 6
Stayed disciplined early on, then as the game settled down started to step forward and one driving run led to a low shot well saved. Firmly established as the main man in midfield – can become even better. 7
Effective in his role destroying Liverpool attacks and almost scored twice. Performances like this might finally show why he cost £50million, one of his best displays for the club. 7
A constant menace pressing Liverpool’s midfield and denying them the time to play out from the back in the opening half. Impressive again. 7
Playing up front, had the ability to drop off into space and it was his fine pass which found Rashford to score. Fearless and playing beyond his years. 7
Started by shrugging off Van Dijk in their first personal duel, then made a piercing run into the box. On hand to open the scoring and one of his best displays in a United shirt for some time. 8
SUBS
ANTHONY MARTIAL (for Rashford 84mins) 7
BRANDON WILLIAMS (for Pereira 89mins) 6
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ROMERO
WILLIAMS
GARNER
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GREENWOOD
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