Liverpool initially saw a goal disallowed, but they weren’t about to let a second chance slip away.
Luis Diaz, answering any doubts about his impact on this Liverpool team, rose to the occasion at Old Trafford with a well-placed header from close range to put his side ahead.
The breakthrough came from another surging run by Ryan Gravenberch, who continues to impress in the heart of Liverpool’s midfield. The Dutch midfielder drove forward with intent before passing the ball to Mo Salah. The Egyptian star delivered a perfectly weighted lofted pass into Manchester United’s box, finding Diaz, who made no mistake with the finish.
But Diaz wasn’t content with just one goal. Only seven minutes later, the Colombian winger doubled his tally, capitalizing on some disarray in the United midfield. Casemiro found himself on the wrong end of a robust challenge, leaving space for Diaz to exploit. The winger wasted no time in making United pay for their lapse, slotting home his second of the match.
Liverpool’s quickfire goals stunned Erik ten Hag’s men, leaving them scrambling to regain composure. Diaz’s performance, in particular, will be a point of celebration for Liverpool fans, as he showcased both his scoring ability and his knack for being in the right place at the right time.
For those who missed the action, Sky Sports has provided the highlights, capturing the key moments of this thrilling contest. Liverpool’s attacking prowess was on full display, and Diaz’s contribution will surely be a talking point as the season progresses. His goals not only secured a crucial lead but also underlined his importance to this Liverpool squad.
Erik ten Hag and his team will be left to rue their missed opportunities and defensive lapses, while Liverpool will take confidence from their attacking fluency and Diaz’s standout performance on the big stage.
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