AFCON 2025
Manchester United secured a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Premier League leaders Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday evening.
The match was played under challenging conditions due to heavy snowfall in the region.
United took the lead in the 52nd minute when Lisandro Martínez unleashed a powerful shot from outside the box, finding the back of the net and silencing the home crowd.
Liverpool responded swiftly, with Cody Gakpo equalizing in the 58th minute through a stunning long-range effort that left United goalkeeper André Onana with no chance.
The Reds then took the lead in the 65th minute when Mohamed Salah converted a penalty awarded after a VAR review for a foul inside the box. This goal marked Salah’s 38th goal contribution in 27 matches this season, underscoring his exceptional form.
United’s resilience paid off in the 80th minute when Amad Diallo scored a late equalizer, ensuring the points were shared.
The draw leaves Liverpool six points ahead of Arsenal with a game in hand, while United showed promise for the future.
