Liverpool 1-2 Man United (Oct 19, 2025) Game Analysis

Manchester United secured their first victory at Anfield in nearly a decade with a late header from Harry Maguire, handing head coach Ruben Amorim consecutive league wins for the first time in his tenure. The match saw United initially take the lead but face a comeback from Liverpool before Maguire's decisive goal exposed the home side's set-piece vulnerabilities.

Bryan Mbeumo opened the scoring for United with the quickest Premier League goal in this fixture, netting after just 62 seconds, capitalizing on a defensive error involving Virgil van Dijk and Alexis Mac Allister. United executed their game plan of quick forward passes and exploiting gaps in Liverpool's defence, while Liverpool struggled with missed chances, including Cody Gakpo hitting the goal frame multiple times and Alexander Isak squandering a clear opportunity.

In the second half, Liverpool increased pressure but found it difficult to convert chances, with Gakpo striking the upright again and Mac Allister shooting over. A triple substitution by Liverpool's coach Arne Slot shifted to a 4-2-4 formation, leading to Gakpo's 78th-minute equalizer from a cross by Federico Chiesa. However, United responded quickly, with Maguire scoring a powerful header from a set-piece to reclaim the lead and secure the win.

The result leaves Manchester United just two points behind their rivals, marking a potential turning point under Amorim, while Liverpool suffered their fourth consecutive defeat for the first time since 2014 and their first home league loss in 400 days, highlighting ongoing issues with their attack and defence.