In a highly anticipated showdown, Manchester United held their own against traditional rivals Liverpool in a nail-biting 0-0 draw on Sunday. This intense encounter was part of the 17th round of the English Premier League. Despite key absences in their squad, Manchester United’s resilient defense stopped Liverpool from scoring, especially notable given Liverpool’s impressive 7-0 victory over United at Anfield in March.
From the match between Liverpool and Manchester United
The match, characterized by missed opportunities by both sides, ended in a stalemate, with neither team able to break the deadlock over the course of the game. Liverpool, particularly, squandered several chances to score, failing to secure a win at Anfield for the first time this season.
It finishes goalless. pic.twitter.com/cEjpx4YV3P
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) December 17, 2023
In a dramatic turn of events, Manchester United finished the game with ten men after Diogo Dalot received his second yellow card in the 94th minute. This draw slightly steadies Manchester United’s season, following their early exit from the Champions League after finishing at the bottom of their group last week.
RED CARD FOR DALOT!!! 🟥
He gets one card for shouting at the referee and then gets another moments later for dissent 😬 pic.twitter.com/uMz0UsX28k
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) December 17, 2023
The results of this match have significant implications on the Premier League standings. Liverpool now stands at second place with 38 points, just one point behind leaders Arsenal. Manchester United, missing stars like Bruno Fernandes, Harry Maguire, and Christian Eriksen, climbed to 28 points, securing the seventh position in the league.
Liverpool now lie 2nd, 1 point behind Arsenal & level on points with Aston Villa pic.twitter.com/oNsvQjWt94
— Anything Liverpool (@AnythingLFC_) December 17, 2023
