Man Utd player ratings vs Liverpool: Six 8/10s as Maguire puts Red Devils in dreamland

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Manchester United secured a famous 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Anfield on October 19, 2025, ending a long wait for a Premier League win at Liverpool's home ground since 2016. The match was marked by an early goal from Bryan Mbeumo, who scored inside the first two minutes, putting the visitors ahead. Liverpool struggled to find their rhythm during the game, managing to pull one back through Cody Gakpo in the second half, but Harry Maguire's late header ultimately sealed the win for United.

Key performers for Manchester United included:

• Harry Maguire (8/10 to 9/10): Dominant in the air and solid defensively, Maguire scored the winning goal and delivered a composed performance throughout the match.
• Amad Diallo (7.8/10 to 8/10): Showed fleet-footedness and was influential in attacking phases, providing the assist for Mbeumo’s opening goal and involved in many United attacks.
• Bruno Fernandes (around 7 to 8.2/10): Played sharply with precise passing and created multiple chances, including the decisive cross for Maguire’s winner, despite some possession losses.
• Andre Onana (5–6/10): Had a challenging night but made important saves; however, he was beaten by Salah’s penalty.

Liverpool's key points:

• Goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili (5/10): Had a nervy debut at Anfield, conceding early and struggling to command his area effectively.
• Defenders struggled overall, with Ibrahima Konate showing some promise but ultimately losing Maguire for the winning goal.
• Mohamed Salah’s performance was disappointing, with a below-par showing despite scoring from the penalty spot in a different clash; Liverpool missed his attacking prowess in this match.
• The defeat marked Liverpool’s fourth consecutive loss in all competitions, their worst streak since 2014, raising serious concerns about their form and defensive stability.

The victory propelled Manchester United to ninth place in the Premier League standings, while Liverpool fell four points behind the leaders Arsenal. The match highlighted United’s resilience and marked a potential turning point under Ruben Amorim’s management, contrasting sharply with Liverpool’s ongoing struggles after the international break.