Man United can beat Liverpool, but why not midtable sides?

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Manchester United secured a notable 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Anfield in the Premier League on October 19, 2025, ending a long-standing winless streak at the venue that dated back to 2016.

The match began decisively with Bryan Mbeumo scoring for Manchester United just over a minute into the game, capitalizing on a fortunate collision involving Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk that left Liverpool momentarily disadvantaged. Mbeumo’s goal resulted from a swift and fluid attack initiated by Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo, showcasing United's attacking intent early on.

Liverpool responded strongly throughout, with Virgil van Dijk heading narrowly wide and Cody Gakpo’s efforts including a penalty claim denied. Despite Liverpool's creative play and Gakpo striking the woodwork three times, they were unable to break down Manchester United’s defense for most of the match.

In the 78th minute, Cody Gakpo managed to equalize for Liverpool, providing hope of a comeback. However, Harry Maguire headed the winning goal for Manchester United in the 84th minute, securing the victory and sparking celebrations among the traveling Manchester United supporters. The win moved United to ninth place in the Premier League table early in the season.

The game was hard-fought with both teams displaying strong tactical approaches under managers Ruben Amorim and Arne Slot. Liverpool fielded an unchanged starting lineup from their previous match, while Manchester United’s disciplined performance at Anfield marked a significant turning point in their season.

This result ended Liverpool's long home unbeaten streak against United and handed Liverpool their first home league defeat in a year. Additionally, the loss represented a setback for Liverpool, who have been struggling to integrate their new players effectively. For Manchester United, this was a statement victory under the new management, showing potential for consistency and resilience in coming fixtures.