Liverpool succumbed to their fourth successive defeat in all competitions on Sunday afternoon, their worst run of form since 2014, as a late Harry Maguire header meant Manchester United escaped Anfield with a 2–1 victory.
The Red Devils thus prevailed on Liverpool’s patch for the first time in almost a decade, as the woes of the reigning Premier League champions continued in the wake of the October international break.
Arne Slot’s hosts were stunned by Bryan Mbeumo’s opening goal barely a minute into the narrative-laden contest, and the visitors led for much of the way until Cody Gakpo finally restored parity in the second half. Liverpool looked on course to complete a dramatic turnaround after the Dutchman’s tap-in, but United instead landed the all-important third goal through Maguire.
Arsenal’s victory at Fulham on Saturday means Liverpool are now four points adrift of the Gunners at the top of the Premier League table.
