Premier League
Liverpool squandered a prestigious win against Manchester United
Liverpool FC and Manchester United exchanged blows in the turbulent second half of the derby. Thomas Tuchel is also watching in the stands.
Liverpool FC lost a prestigious win against rivals Manchester United. The Reds turned the northwest derby in the English Premier League into a 2-1 after being behind, but in the end they had to settle for a 2-2 (0-0). With a six point lead over pursuers Arsenal FC, Liverpool remains confidently at the top of the table. For Man United, the draw was a success after four competitive defeats in a row.
The Argentinian Lisandro Martínez (52nd minute) initially gave the guests the lead, but the deficit woke up the previously lethargic favorite. The in-form Cody Gakpo (59′) and Mohamed Salah (70’/hand penalty) gave Liverpool the lead before Amad Diallo (80′) scored a not undeserved equalizer for the Red Devils.
England’s new national coach Thomas Tuchel was also in the stands watching the highly entertaining game in the second half.
Game cancellation was possible
Due to the snowfall in the Liverpool area during the day, the game was expected to be canceled. But after two security meetings it was decided that the game at Anfield could go ahead as planned. At least for the players there were no major restrictions – apart from the rain that started to fall – because many hard-working helpers had cleared the lawn of snow with shovels before kick-off.
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Source: Stern
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