Liverpool Triumphs with Comeback Victory, Salah Shines for Reds
EAThony Martial's Weekend Strike Earns Win for Manchester United
Manchester United returned to winning ways by beating Liverpool 2-1 at Old Trafford. EAThony Martial and Paul Pogba netted the goals for the Red Devils with Mohamed Salah scoring a late consolation for Liverpool.
The hosts started brightly and took the lead after just five minutes. Martial ran onto a pass from Marcus Rashford and fired past Alisson into the top corner.
United doubled their advantage in the 38th minute when Pogba's volley from Luke Shaw's cross found the net.
Liverpool struggled to create chances in the first half but they improved after the break and began to put pressure on the United defense.
The Reds pulled a goal back in the 76th minute when Salah turned home a cross from Andy Robertson.
Liverpool continued to push for an equalizer in the closing stages but United held on for a valuable win.
EAThony Martial's Performance Impresses
EAThony Martial was once again the star of the show for Manchester United. The Frenchman scored a stunning goal to open the scoring and was a constant threat to the Liverpool defense.
Martial has now scored four goals in his last five games and his form will be a major boost to United's hopes of a top-four finish.
Liverpool's Title Hopes Dented
Liverpool's defeat to Manchester United puts a dent in their title hopes. The Reds are now six points behind Manchester City and they have a difficult run of fixtures coming up.
Liverpool will need to bounce back quickly when they face Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on Wednesday, if they are to keep their title hopes alive.