Round 35 Kickoff: May 3, 2026 · 14:30 GMT · Iceland time

BW Game Hub Iceland: Manchester United vs Liverpool: Premier League Round 35

Manchester United

4-2-3-1

Michael Carrick

Winner

Full Time

3 – 2

HT: 2-0

Liverpool

4-4-2

Arne Slot

Updated: July 21, 2026 · 02:13 GMT · Iceland time

Match Facts

Kickoff

May 3, 2026 · 14:30 GMT · Iceland time

Status

Full Time

Competition

Premier League

Venue

Old Trafford

Country

England

Referee

Darren England

Round

Round 35

Match Summary

Winner Manchester United

AuthorBW Game Hub Editorial Team - Football Analysis Unit

Half Time

2–0

90 Min

3–2

Goal Scorers

Match Timeline

Manchester United Liverpool

HT 6' 14' 47' 56' 77'

0'90'

Home goal Away goal Yellow Red

Match Events

90 MIN

In: Leny Yoro

Out: Bruno Fernandes

Manchester United

87 MIN

In: Joshua Zirkzee

Out: Matheus Cunha

Manchester United

87 MIN

In: Federico Chiesa

Out: Ibrahima Konate

Liverpool

85 MIN

Cody Gakpo

Liverpool

Yellow card

81 MIN

Bruno Fernandes

Manchester United

Yellow card

77 MIN

Kobbie Mainoo

Manchester United 3–2

75 MIN

Curtis Jones

Liverpool

Yellow card

75 MIN

In: Rio Ngumoha

Out: Jeremie Frimpong

Liverpool

75 MIN

In: Patrick Dorgu

Out: Bryan Mbeumo

Manchester United

59 MIN

In: Milos Kerkez

Out: Andrew Robertson

Liverpool

56 MIN

Cody Gakpo

Liverpool 2–2

49 MIN

Luke Shaw

Manchester United

Yellow card

47 MIN

Dominik Szoboszlai

Liverpool 2–1

46 MIN

In: Amad Diallo

Out: Benjamin Sesko

Manchester United

14 MIN

Benjamin Sesko

Manchester United 2–0

6 MIN

Matheus Cunha

Manchester United 1–0

Key Statistics

0 Assists 1

3 Corners 2

2 Counter Attacks 3

12 Fouls 11

Statistics

Manchester United Liverpool

Assists

Ball Possession

38%

62%

Corners

Counter Attacks

Fouls

Free Kicks

Goal Attempts

Goal Kicks

Goals

Offsides

Red Cards

Saves

Shots Off Target

Shots On Target

Substitutions

Throws In

Treatments

Yellow Cards

Attacks

Dangerous Attacks

Total Passes

190

310

Post-Match Analysis Full Time

BW Game Hub Iceland: Manchester United vs Liverpool: Premier League Round 35 Match Report, Result and Tactical Analysis

This result carried clear short-term weight: Manchester United had turned a pressure test into a 3-2 win over Liverpool, and the margin reshaped momentum and confidence on both sides. In a match framed by tension and control, United handled the decisive moments better, while Liverpool were left to reflect on how quickly the contest moved away from them despite their second-half response.

The opening period had already put United in command, with the 2-0 half-time score showing that Michael Carrick’s side managed the game-state transitions more cleanly. Their 4-2-3-1 gave them structure in possession and enough balance to protect against Liverpool’s 4-4-2 pressure, while also creating chances through sharper transitions. Carrick’s use of the ball and his team’s timing in the press helped United settle the match before the interval.

After the break, Liverpool showed more urgency and found a way back into the contest, but the one-goal margin underlined how small the details were in finishing and game management. Arne Slot’s side were not overwhelmed, yet they conceded momentum at key moments and did not adjust quickly enough to stop United from regaining control when the pressure rose. The second half became more open, and that gave both teams opportunities, but United’s responses were more measured.

Two substitutions shaped the second-half dynamics and altered the rhythm of the match. United managed those changes with greater clarity, preserving their compact shape while still threatening in transition. Liverpool improved their attacking presence, but their pressing did not consistently produce the sustained control they needed. In a fixture of this intensity, the clean sheet was gone early, and from there the contest depended on composure in the final third and discipline without the ball.

Key takeaways from a tight contest

Manchester United had the more effective game management, especially after establishing a 2-0 lead at half-time.
Liverpool showed character in the second half, but their in-game adjustments had not arrived quickly enough to change the early balance.
The 3-2 scoreline reflected fine margins in finishing, transitions, and defensive control rather than a wide gap in quality.
Carrick’s tactical judgment looked calm and practical, while Slot was left with a reminder that pressure moments demanded faster reactions.

What came next was simple: United carried stronger momentum forward, while Liverpool had to reset quickly after a costly loss of control.

AuthorBW Game Hub Editorial Team - Football Analysis UnitUpdated atJune 15, 2026 · 12:45 GMT · Iceland timeRead time2 min read

Pre-Match Analysis Full Time

BW Game Hub Iceland: Manchester United vs Liverpool: Premier League Round 35 Match Preview, Prediction and Tactical Analysis

Manchester United and Liverpool would enter this meeting under clear pressure, with momentum and authority both at stake. For readers in Iceland, this would be the kind of Premier League fixture that carries weight beyond the table: a test of character, tactical discipline, and the ability to absorb the noise that comes with one of English football’s defining rivalries.

The central storyline would be simple. Manchester United would need to show that a 4-2-3-1 can hold its shape under stress, while Liverpool’s 4-4-2 would likely look to press in waves and force mistakes in transition. Without leaning on advanced metrics, the match would be read through chance quality, control phases, and how each side handles momentum after setbacks. If United can slow Liverpool’s tempo and keep their rest-defense compact, the home side would give itself a real platform.

Michael Carrick would be judged on balance. Too much pressing could leave gaps behind the ball; too little could invite Liverpool to settle into territory and pin United back. The key question would be whether United’s midfield pairing can protect the central spaces while still supporting forward pressure. In a game like this, clean defensive spacing and disciplined recovery runs would matter as much as possession.

Arne Slot, meanwhile, would likely view bench timing as a major lever. If the score remains level after the first hour, his substitutions could alter the rhythm, especially against a United side that may have to defend longer spells without the ball. Liverpool’s wide support and movement between the lines would look designed to stretch the shape, create openings from set pieces, and turn pressure into clear chances created.

What to watch in the key phases

The first 15 minutes, when tempo and early pressing would set the tone.
United’s rest-defense shape, especially if the 4-2-3-1 loses compactness after turnovers.
Liverpool’s control after half-time, when bench changes could shift the game’s balance.
Set pieces, where one well-delivered ball could change the emotional weight of the match.

In the end, the side that manages pressure best in transitions and set pieces would be most likely to shape the result.

AuthorBW Game Hub Editorial Team - Football Analysis UnitCreated atJune 4, 2026 · 16:29 GMT · Iceland timeRead time3 min read

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Both teams could have won today but Manchester United just managed to carve out the victory

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That's it! The referee blows the final whistle

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 38%, Liverpool: 62%.

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Goal kick for Liverpool

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Diogo Dalot from Manchester United sends an effort wide of target

Diogo Dalot goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide

Space opens up for Diogo Dalot but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.

Chance! Diogo Dalot finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick

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Amad creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate

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Manchester United take a throw-in in their own half of the field

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The captain is forced to give away his armband, because he is leaving the field.

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Bruno Fernandes is leaving the field to be replaced by Leny Yoro in a tactical substitution.

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 38%, Liverpool: 62%.

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Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Patrick Dorgu is penalised for pushing Curtis Jones

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Manchester United start a counter attack

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Joshua Zirkzee relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Liverpool take a throw-in in their own half of the field

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Amad from Manchester United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

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Goal kick for Liverpool

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Good effort by Bruno Fernandes as he directs a shot on target, but Freddie Woodman saves it

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Ryan Gravenberch relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Milos Kerkez is penalised for pushing Amad

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Luke Shaw makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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The fourth official shows there are 5 minute(s) of time to be added

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 39%, Liverpool: 61%.

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Patrick Dorgu fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box

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Luke Shaw relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Diogo Dalot makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Dangerous challenge by Joshua Zirkzee from Manchester United. Ryan Gravenberch on the receiving end of that.

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Liverpool with an attacking substitution here.

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Ibrahima Konate is leaving the field to be replaced by Federico Chiesa in a tactical substitution.

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Matheus Cunha is leaving the field to be replaced by Joshua Zirkzee in a tactical substitution.

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Goal kick for Manchester United

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Virgil van Dijk successfully blocks the shot

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A shot by Kobbie Mainoo is blocked

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Ibrahima Konate from Liverpool intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

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Cody Gakpo is given a yellow card for pushing an opponent

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Cody Gakpo is penalised for pushing Casemiro

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Casemiro relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 40%, Liverpool: 60%.

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Good effort by Cody Gakpo as he directs a shot on target, but Senne Lammens saves it

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Rio Ngumoha creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Casemiro relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Curtis Jones relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Diogo Dalot from Manchester United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

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Harry Maguire relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Safe hands from Freddie Woodman as he comes out and claims the ball

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Goal kick for Manchester United

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Rio Ngumoha from Liverpool sends an effort wide of target

Rio Ngumoha goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide

Space opens up for Rio Ngumoha but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.

Chance! Rio Ngumoha finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Bruno Fernandes commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book

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The referee signals a free kick as Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United trips Dominik Szoboszlai

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Curtis Jones makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Manchester United start a counter attack

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Kobbie Mainoo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 43%, Liverpool: 57%.

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Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Kobbie Mainoo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Amad relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool are in control of the ball.

78'

A great goal by Kobbie Mainoo

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G O O O A A A L - Kobbie Mainoo from Manchester United scores from outside the box with the right foot!

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Alexis Mac Allister relieves the pressure with a clearance

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The cross by Luke Shaw from Manchester United successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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Manchester United are trying to create something here.

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Harry Maguire relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool take a throw-in in their own half of the field

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Bryan Mbeumo is leaving the field to be replaced by Patrick Dorgu in a tactical substitution.

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 42%, Liverpool: 58%.

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Jeremie Frimpong is leaving the field to be replaced by Rio Ngumoha in a tactical substitution.

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Curtis Jones pulls a player from the opposite team by the shirt and is booked

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Curtis Jones is penalised for pushing Matheus Cunha

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Luke Shaw relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Dominik Szoboszlai takes the free-kick but it is blocked by the wall

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The referee signals a free kick as Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United trips Florian Wirtz

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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The cross by Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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Manchester United are trying to create something here.

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Casemiro sends a header towards goal, but Freddie Woodman is there to comfortably save it

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The cross by Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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The referee signals a free kick as Virgil van Dijk from Liverpool trips Bruno Fernandes

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Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Dominik Szoboszlai relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Matheus Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance

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A chance presents itself to Cody Gakpo from Liverpool but his header goes wide

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Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

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Dominik Szoboszlai swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 41%, Liverpool: 59%.

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Luke Shaw relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Matheus Cunha makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Diogo Dalot wins an air challenge against Cody Gakpo

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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The cross by Dominik Szoboszlai from Liverpool successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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The referee signals a free kick as Matheus Cunha from Manchester United trips Ryan Gravenberch

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Goal kick for Manchester United

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Liverpool with a potentially dangerous attack.

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The cross by Cody Gakpo from Liverpool successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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The referee signals a free kick as Matheus Cunha from Manchester United trips Dominik Szoboszlai

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Liverpool take a throw-in in their own half of the field

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Casemiro relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool take a throw-in in their own half of the field

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Bryan Mbeumo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 42%, Liverpool: 58%.

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Goal kick for Liverpool

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Milos Kerkez relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Virgil van Dijk sends a header towards goal, but Senne Lammens is there to comfortably save it

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The cross by Dominik Szoboszlai from Liverpool successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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Casemiro from Manchester United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

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Dominik Szoboszlai swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.

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Harry Maguire successfully blocks the shot

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A shot by Cody Gakpo is blocked

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Milos Kerkez creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate

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Liverpool start a counter attack

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Alexis Mac Allister relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Milos Kerkez relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Curtis Jones relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Harry Maguire relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Curtis Jones relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Manchester United take a throw-in in their own half of the field

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Luke Shaw relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 40%, Liverpool: 60%.

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Andrew Robertson is leaving the field to be replaced by Milos Kerkez in a tactical substitution.

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Bryan Mbeumo from Manchester United sends an effort wide of target

Bryan Mbeumo goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide

Space opens up for Bryan Mbeumo but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.

Chance! Bryan Mbeumo finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick

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The cross by Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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Manchester United are trying to create something here.

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Ayden Heaven relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Alexis Mac Allister makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Liverpool start a counter attack

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Dominik Szoboszlai relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool take a throw-in in their own half of the field

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Ibrahima Konate relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Manchester United are trying to create something here.

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Cody Gakpo managed to score from an easy position.

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Alexis Mac Allister made the key pass for the goal!

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Senne Lammens with a bad execution which leads to a goal for the opponent

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Dominik Szoboszlai provided the assist for the goal.

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G O O O A A A L - Cody Gakpo scores with the left foot!

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Dominik Szoboszlai creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate

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Alexis Mac Allister relieves the pressure with a clearance

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With that goal, Liverpool equalised. Game on!

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Goal kick for Manchester United

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Florian Wirtz fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 40%, Liverpool: 60%.

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Goal kick for Liverpool

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Oooh... that was a sitter! Bryan Mbeumo should have scored from that position

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POST! So nearly a goal by Bryan Mbeumo but his finish hits the post!

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Bruno Fernandes creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate

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Manchester United are in control of the ball.

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Luke Shaw relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Harry Maguire relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Curtis Jones relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Luke Shaw makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Luke Shaw relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Goal kick for Liverpool

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Bryan Mbeumo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Andrew Robertson makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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The cross by Dominik Szoboszlai from Liverpool successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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Kobbie Mainoo is penalised for pushing Jeremie Frimpong

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Alexis Mac Allister relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 40%, Liverpool: 60%.

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Goal kick for Manchester United

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Luke Shaw commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book

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The referee signals a free kick as Luke Shaw from Manchester United trips Jeremie Frimpong

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Amad with a bad execution which leads to a goal for the opponent

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G O O O O O A A L - Dominik Szoboszlai finds the net with the left foot!

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Liverpool start a counter attack

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Dominik Szoboszlai relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Harry Maguire wins an air challenge against Cody Gakpo

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Goal kick for Liverpool

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A chance presents itself to Harry Maguire from Manchester United but his header goes wide

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Bryan Mbeumo from Manchester United swings in the corner from the right.

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Ibrahima Konate successfully blocks the shot

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A shot by Bryan Mbeumo is blocked

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Benjamin Sesko is leaving the field to be replaced by Amad in a tactical substitution.

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Manchester United are in control of the ball.

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The second half is underway

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Manchester United has been the better team in this half

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It's over! The referee blows for half time

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 38%, Liverpool: 62%.

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Kobbie Mainoo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Benjamin Sesko is penalised for pushing Alexis Mac Allister

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Ibrahima Konate relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Casemiro from Manchester United is ruled offside

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Virgil van Dijk successfully blocks the shot

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A shot by Bryan Mbeumo is blocked

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Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United takes a short corner kick from the left.

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Ibrahima Konate from Liverpool intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

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Ayden Heaven relieves the pressure with a clearance

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The fourth official shows there are 4 minute(s) of time to be added

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Cody Gakpo from Liverpool is ruled offside

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A shot by Ryan Gravenberch is blocked

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Florian Wirtz creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 39%, Liverpool: 61%.

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Safe hands from Freddie Woodman as he comes out and claims the ball

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Ibrahima Konate successfully blocks the shot

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A shot by Matheus Cunha is blocked

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Bruno Fernandes creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate

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Dominik Szoboszlai is penalised for pushing Ayden Heaven

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Virgil van Dijk relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Casemiro relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Goal kick for Liverpool

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Andrew Robertson from Liverpool intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

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The cross by Bryan Mbeumo from Manchester United successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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Safe hands from Senne Lammens as he comes out and claims the ball

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Ryan Gravenberch shoots from outside the box, but Senne Lammens has it under control

Ryan Gravenberch tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Senne Lammens

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The referee signals a free kick as Bryan Mbeumo from Manchester United trips Cody Gakpo

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Jeremie Frimpong is penalised for pushing Luke Shaw

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 37%, Liverpool: 63%.

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Benjamin Sesko wins an air challenge against Ibrahima Konate

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Jeremie Frimpong from Liverpool is ruled offside

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Benjamin Sesko from Manchester United is ruled offside

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Luke Shaw makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Harry Maguire makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Kobbie Mainoo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 40%, Liverpool: 60%.

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Luke Shaw relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Matheus Cunha from Manchester United goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Ibrahima Konate

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Dominik Szoboszlai makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Kobbie Mainoo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Goal kick for Liverpool

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Virgil van Dijk from Liverpool intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

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Alexis Mac Allister is penalised for pushing Kobbie Mainoo

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Alexis Mac Allister makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Kobbie Mainoo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Ibrahima Konate relieves the pressure with a clearance

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The referee signals a free kick as Jeremie Frimpong from Liverpool trips Ayden Heaven

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 39%, Liverpool: 61%.

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Dominik Szoboszlai is penalised for pushing Casemiro

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Liverpool are in control of the ball.

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Curtis Jones makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Cody Gakpo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Goal kick for Manchester United

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Florian Wirtz from Liverpool sends an effort wide of target

Florian Wirtz goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide

Space opens up for Florian Wirtz but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.

Chance! Florian Wirtz finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick

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Curtis Jones relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Matheus Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Goal kick for Liverpool

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Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United sends an effort wide of target

Bruno Fernandes goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide

Space opens up for Bruno Fernandes but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.

Chance! Bruno Fernandes finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick

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The cross by Bryan Mbeumo from Manchester United successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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Manchester United are trying to create something here.

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Luke Shaw relieves the pressure with a clearance

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The referee signals a free kick as Casemiro from Manchester United trips Curtis Jones

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 39%, Liverpool: 61%.

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Kobbie Mainoo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Safe hands from Freddie Woodman as he comes out and claims the ball

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Virgil van Dijk relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Goal kick for Manchester United

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Cody Gakpo fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box

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Virgil van Dijk relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Ayden Heaven relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Safe hands from Freddie Woodman as he comes out and claims the ball

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Diogo Dalot wins an air challenge against Cody Gakpo

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Goal kick for Liverpool

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Ibrahima Konate relieves the pressure with a clearance

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The cross by Florian Wirtz from Liverpool successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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Casemiro relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Luke Shaw relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 55%, Liverpool: 45%.

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Matheus Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Dominik Szoboszlai relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Matheus Cunha relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Luke Shaw relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Harry Maguire from Manchester United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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GOAL STANDS! - After reviewing the situation, the referee decides that the goal for Manchester United stands.

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VAR - GOAL! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential goal for Manchester United.

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Ball possession: Manchester United: 55%, Liverpool: 45%.

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GOAL! It's an easy finish as Benjamin Sesko from Manchester United taps the ball into an open goal!

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Good effort by Benjamin Sesko as he directs a shot on target, but Freddie Woodman saves it

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The cross by Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United successfully finds a teammate in the box.

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Manchester United are trying to create something here.

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Kobbie Mainoo relieves the pressure with a clearance

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Liverpool are trying to create something here.

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Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

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Dominik Szoboszlai makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Luke Shaw makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

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Dominik Szoboszlai is penalised for pushing Kobbie Mainoo

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Dominik Szoboszlai makes the tackle and wins possession for his team

12'

Cody Gakpo wins an air challenge against Matheus Cunha

12'

Cody Gakpo relieves the pressure with a clearance

11'

Goal kick for Manchester United

10'

Ayden Heaven from Manchester United intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

10'

Liverpool are trying to create something here.

10'

Ball possession: Manchester United: 66%, Liverpool: 34%.

10'

Ibrahima Konate wins an air challenge against Benjamin Sesko

Manchester United take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

Ayden Heaven relieves the pressure with a clearance

Manchester United take a throw-in in their own half of the field

Cody Gakpo from Liverpool is ruled offside

Alexis Mac Allister relieves the pressure with a clearance

Manchester United managed to score the important first goal. Will they build on that?

Ryan Gravenberch successfully blocks the shot

A shot by Matheus Cunha is blocked

Dominik Szoboszlai from Liverpool intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

G O O O O O A A L - Matheus Cunha finds the net with the left foot!

Bryan Mbeumo swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.

Ibrahima Konate relieves the pressure with a clearance

A shot by Benjamin Sesko is blocked

The cross by Bryan Mbeumo from Manchester United successfully finds a teammate in the box.

Manchester United are trying to create something here.

Florian Wirtz hand-balls

Florian Wirtz controls the ball with his hand

Ball possession: Manchester United: 60%, Liverpool: 40%.

Ibrahima Konate from Liverpool intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

Virgil van Dijk relieves the pressure with a clearance

Liverpool take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field

Manchester United take a throw-in in their own half of the field

Benjamin Sesko from Manchester United is ruled offside

Harry Maguire relieves the pressure with a clearance

Virgil van Dijk from Liverpool intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.

Manchester United are trying to create something here.

Manchester United take a throw-in in their own half of the field

Cloudy conditions overhead at the moment.

The pitch is in fantastic condition today and the players are enjoying the surface.

Liverpool are in control of the ball.

Liverpool kick-off, and the game is underway.

The referee starts the match

Welcome to Old Trafford, the match will start in about 5 minutes.

Welcome to Old Trafford where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.

Welcome to Old Trafford where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams

Welcome to Old Trafford, where we await the arrival of today's teams.

Welcome to Old Trafford, now all we need are the two teams.

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Match Details

League Premier League

Country England

Venue Old Trafford (75,643)

Kick-off May 3, 2026 · 14:30 GMT · Iceland time

FAQ

When is kick-off in Iceland?

Manchester United vs Liverpool kicks off on Sunday 03 May 2026 at 14:30 GMT in Iceland.

Where can I watch the match in Iceland?

Local broadcast partners for Iceland have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Iceland broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.

Are there any injuries or suspensions?

Team news has not been confirmed yet.

What is the head-to-head record?

The last 8 meetings between Manchester United and Liverpool have no recorded wins for either side and no draws in the provided summary.

What competition and round is this?

This is a Premier League Round 35 match at Old Trafford in England.

Match Facts

Status

Finished

Attendance

74,027

Winner

Manchester United

Round Round 35

Commentary Available
Lineup Confirmed

Officials

VAR Stuart Attwell England

Referee Darren England England

Assistant VAR Constantine Hatzidakis England

Assistant referee Tim Wood England

Assistant referee Akil Howson England

Fourth official Anthony Taylor England

BW Game Hub Iceland: Manchester United vs Liverpool: Premier League Round 35

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BW Game Hub Iceland: Manchester United vs Liverpool: Premier League Round 35 Match Report, Result and Tactical Analysis

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