ManU vs Liverpool: Rashford's double sinks Liverpool at Old Trafford
Jose Mourinho's Manchester United had the last laugh as they defeated old foes Liverpool 2-1 at Old Trafford. The Red Devils outclassed a Liverpool side who are in red-hot form and ensured that they remain on second spot on the Premier League table. Liverpool's soft defence was yet again exposed and after this match Jurgen Klopp has a lot to ponder over.
Liverpool outdone by Mourinho masterclass
Going into the fixture, the old foes were separated by just two points but Jose Mourinho's tactical master-class ensured that Liverpool's high flying forwards couldn't do much with the ball. Two identical goals from Marcus Rashford gave the lead to Manchester United with the defence then holding on tight to seal the victory.
Rashford put the game beyond Liverpool's reach within 30 minutes
The Red Devils got off to a flying start with youngster Marcus Rashford opening the scoring just 14 minutes into the game. The 20-year-old England international did not take long to take the game completely beyond Liverpool's reach; doubling United's lead 10 minutes later to send the Old Trafford faithful roaring in the stands.
United's discipline leaves Liverpool frustrated
No Liverpool player could score against this disciplined Manchester United side. In fact, Liverpool's only goal was a defensive blunder by Manchester United's centre-back Eric Bailey, who put the ball in his own net. Bailey might have been left red-faced but he was fortunate that the own goal didn't come back to haunt his team.
Mourinho's tactics become Liverpool's nightmare
Liverpool had 68 percent of the possession at Old Trafford but couldn't find the space to exploit Manchester United's back line. Ashley Young was outstanding after his tight marking rendered the Premier League's top scorer Mohamed Salah useless in this fixture. Liverpool couldn't even make the most of the 12 corners they had.
