Harry Maguire’s dramatic late goal earned Manchester United their first victory at Anfield in nearly 10 years, sealing a 2-1 win and condemning Liverpool to a fourth consecutive defeat.

United strike early amid controversy

The match began in chaotic fashion as United took the lead inside two minutes.

Referee Michael Oliver allowed play to continue despite Alex Mac Allister lying on the turf with a head injury following an accidental elbow from teammate Virgil van Dijk.

United capitalized immediately, with Bryan Mbeumo slotting home past stand-in goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, who was deputizing for the injured Alisson.

Gakpo’s persistence finally pays off

Liverpool responded with intensity, but Cody Gakpo endured a frustrating evening, striking the woodwork twice before halftime and again after the restart.

His persistence was finally rewarded when he poked home from close range with 12 minutes left, seemingly ending Liverpool’s losing run.

Maguire delivers late shocker

However, United weren’t done. With six minutes remaining, Maguire rose highest to meet a pinpoint delivery and powered a header past Mamardashvili, silencing The Kop and sealing a memorable victory.

New Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens also impressed for United, notably denying Alexander Isak in a one-on-one situation.

Reds’ form in freefall

The result handed United their first Anfield victory since January 2016, while Liverpool’s alarming run extended to four straight defeats, their worst streak since Brendan Rodgers’ tenure in 2014.