After nine painful years and at the 11th time of asking Manchester United has ended its Anfield hoodoo with a 2-1 win against Premier League defending champion Liverpool

Harry Maguire's late header bookended Manchester United's surprising, streak-shaking 2-1 win over Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.

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All the latest Premier League reaction, talking points and analysis after Manchester United earn a priceless win at Liverpool.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim was pretty straightforward with his reaction to their draw at bitter rivals Liverpool on Sunday: he was delighted. It was the first win in 11 for United at Liverpool, with their last victory at their bitter rivals coming in January 2016 under Louis van Gaal.

Traditional English Premier League powers collide Sunday in Liverpool, where the host Reds take on Manchester United at Anfield Stadium.

Facing a United side who are struggling for consistency, and with the return home, it could be a good chance for Slot to see if Wirtz can build on that. Liverpool's ceiling will be raised if they can get him going, and if a match like this isn't a spot to build on things, it'll be tough to see what is.

Manchester United faces Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025 (10/19/25) at Anfield in Liverpool, England.

The German had other offers after stepping away from Liverpool as well. It was reported Klopp was high on U.S. Soccer’s list to replace Gregg Berhalter for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He was also linked with the England job after Sir Gareth Southgate resigned in the aftermath of Euro 2024, but ruled himself out of both openings rather swiftly.

The Belgian goalkeeper has impressed early on since his summer move to Old Trafford for £18m, making a fine stop to deny Alexander Isak in the 2-1 win against Liverpool at Anfield