Mohamed Salah scored twice as Liverpool defeated Manchester United 3-2 at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon. The victory, secured in a thrilling Premier League encounter, saw Salah net his 12th and 13th league goals of the season, extending his impressive run of form. The Egyptian international opened the scoring in the 19th minute, before doubling his tally just after the hour mark. Liverpool’s win, their first at Old Trafford since 2014, lifts them to third in the Premier League table, while Manchester United remain sixth. The result also marks United’s third consecutive home defeat in all competitions.
Salah Secures Dramatic Win for Liverpool
Mohamed Salah delivered a dramatic late winner as Liverpool secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. The Egyptian international struck twice, including a decisive 85th-minute goal, to extend Liverpool’s lead at the top of the Premier League to three points.
United took an early lead through Marcus Rashford, who capitalised on a defensive error to score after just six minutes. Liverpool equalised shortly before half-time through Roberto Firmino, who tapped in from close range following a corner.
The hosts regained the lead in the second half through Anthony Martial, who slotted home after a swift counter-attack. However, Salah levelled the scores once again with a powerful strike from outside the box in the 67th minute.
With the game seemingly heading for a draw, Salah secured all three points for Liverpool with a clinical finish from a Trent Alexander-Arnold cross. The victory marks Liverpool’s first league win at Old Trafford since 2014.
Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp praised Salah’s performance post-match, stating, “Mo is an incredible player. He works so hard for the team and his goals are crucial for us.” The win keeps Liverpool top of the Premier League with 57 points, three ahead of second-placed Manchester City.
Liverpool Triumphs in Thrilling Clash with Manchester United
Mohamed Salah delivered a stellar performance as Liverpool secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. The Egyptian forward scored twice, his first goal coming in the 19th minute after a swift counter-attack. Salah capitalised on a defensive error, slotting the ball past David de Gea to give Liverpool an early lead.
United equalised just before half-time through Marcus Rashford, but Salah restored Liverpool’s advantage in the 58th minute. His second goal, a powerful header from a Trent Alexander-Arnold cross, sent the away fans into raptures. Salah now has 15 goals in the Premier League this season, cementing his status as one of the league’s most prolific forwards.
Liverpool’s victory was far from secure, however. United fought back to level the scores again through a Bruno Fernandes penalty in the 78th minute. The drama unfolded in the dying minutes, with Liverpool’s Diogo Jota scoring the winning goal in the 85th minute. Salah’s influence was pivotal, his two goals and overall performance earning praise from manager Jürgen Klopp.
Klopp hailed Salah’s contribution post-match, stating, “Mo is an incredible player. His goals were crucial, but his overall performance was outstanding.” The victory moves Liverpool up to second in the Premier League table, just three points behind leaders Manchester City. Salah’s form continues to be a key factor in Liverpool’s title challenge.
Salah's Double Leads Liverpool to Victory Over United
Mohamed Salah scored twice as Liverpool defeated Manchester United 3-2 in a thrilling Premier League encounter at Old Trafford. The Egyptian’s double, his fifth and sixth goals of the season, proved decisive in a match that saw both teams create numerous chances.
Liverpool took an early lead through Salah, who capitalised on a defensive error to slot home in the 14th minute. United equalised shortly after through Marcus Rashford, but Salah restored Liverpool’s lead just before half-time with a clinical finish.
The hosts levelled again through a Bruno Fernandes penalty after a handball decision in the box. However, Liverpool’s victory was secured in the 78th minute when Diogo Jota tapped in from close range following a scramble in the United box.
Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp praised Salah’s performance post-match. “Mo is a world-class player, and he showed that today. He’s a huge part of our team, and we’re lucky to have him,” Klopp said.
The result sees Liverpool move up to third in the Premier League table, while United remain in sixth. The victory also extends Liverpool’s unbeaten run to 11 matches in all competitions.
Liverpool Edges Past Manchester United in Five-Goal Thriller
Mohamed Salah delivered a masterclass as Liverpool secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. The Egyptian forward scored twice, including a crucial 85th-minute winner, to extend Liverpool’s lead at the top of the Premier League table to three points.
Salah opened the scoring in the 19th minute, capitalising on a defensive error to slot the ball past David de Gea. United equalised shortly after through Marcus Rashford, but Salah restored Liverpool’s lead with a clinical finish in the 34th minute.
United fought back again, with Bruno Fernandes scoring a dramatic equaliser in the 78th minute. However, Salah had the final say, latching onto a through ball from Thiago Alcântara to fire past De Gea and seal all three points for Liverpool.
Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp praised Salah’s performance post-match. “Mo is an incredible player. His work rate, his finishing, everything is top-class. He’s a joy to watch and a joy to manage.”
The victory extends Liverpool’s unbeaten run to 14 games in all competitions. Meanwhile, United’s defeat marks their third loss in their last five Premier League matches.
Salah Shines as Liverpool Defeats Manchester United 3-2
Mohamed Salah delivered a stellar performance as Liverpool secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Manchester United. The Egyptian forward scored twice, extending his impressive goal-scoring record against United.
Salah opened the scoring in the 19th minute, capitalising on a defensive error to slot the ball past David de Gea. His second goal came in the 68th minute, a clinical finish from a tight angle after a swift counter-attack.
Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp praised Salah’s impact. “Mo is a world-class player. He makes a difference in crucial moments. His work rate and quality are exceptional,” Klopp said post-match.
Manchester United’s response came from Bruno Fernandes, who scored twice. His first goal was a penalty in the 36th minute. The second came in the 53rd minute, a powerful strike from outside the box.
Despite United’s efforts, Liverpool’s defence held firm. Virgil van Dijk and Andrew Robertson were instrumental in repelling United’s attacks.
The win keeps Liverpool in contention for a top-four finish. They now sit just two points behind Chelsea in third place. Manchester United, meanwhile, face a battle to secure Champions League qualification.
Mohamed Salah’s double strike secured Liverpool’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. The win extends Liverpool’s unbeaten run to 14 matches in all competitions and keeps them in contention for a top-four finish. United, meanwhile, remain six points behind Liverpool in fifth place. The result also marks Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s first defeat to his former club since taking charge of Manchester United. The teams are set to meet again in the FA Cup quarter-finals next month, with Liverpool hoping to continue their strong form.
