Manchester United held off a strong Liverpool comeback to secure a dramatic 3–2 victory in Round 35 of the Premier League, in a match that swung between early dominance and second-half pressure. A blistering first-half performance gave United control, but Liverpool’s response after the break ensured a tense finish.
Match Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Competition | Premier League – Round 35 |
| Match | Manchester United vs Liverpool |
| Vanue | Old Trafford |
| Date | 03 May 2026 |
| Time | 03:30 PM |
| Half-Time | 2 – 0 |
| Final Score | 3 – 2 |
United Fly Out of the Blocks
The match began at a frantic pace, with Manchester United immediately putting Liverpool under pressure. Their aggressive start paid off early when Matheus Cunha opened the scoring in the 6th minute, finishing a sharp attacking move to silence the visitors.
United continued to dominate, and just eight minutes later Benjamin Šeško doubled the lead in the 14th minute. Liverpool’s defense struggled to cope with United’s movement and intensity, and by halftime, the home side were comfortably 2–0 ahead.

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Liverpool Fight Back
Liverpool emerged from the break with renewed energy and quickly began to turn the tide. Dominik Szoboszlai pulled one back in the 47th minute with a well-taken goal that shifted momentum firmly in the visitors’ favor.
Just minutes later, Cody Gakpo struck in the 56th minute to level the match at 2–2, completing a rapid comeback that stunned the home crowd and set up a tense final half-hour.
Goals Scorer
| Minute | Team | Player |
|---|---|---|
| 6′ | Manchester United | Matheus Cunha |
| 14′ | Manchester United | Benjamin Šeško |
| 47′ | Liverpool | Dominik Szoboszlai |
| 56′ | Liverpool | Cody Gakpo |
| 77′ | Manchester United | Kobbie Mainoo |
With the game hanging in the balance, both sides pushed for a winner. Manchester United eventually found their breakthrough in the 77th minute when Kobbie Mainoo scored the decisive goal, restoring the lead and ultimately sealing all three points.
Despite late Liverpool pressure, United held firm defensively to close out a memorable victory.
Manchester United’s explosive start proved crucial, as their early two-goal cushion gave them just enough advantage to withstand Liverpool’s second-half resurgence. While Liverpool showed impressive attacking response and resilience, their defensive lapses in the first half proved costly in a match decided by fine margins.
Source: oddspedia
FAQ
What was the Manchester United vs Liverpool Match Result?
Manchester United beat Liverpool 3-2 in a thriller at Old Trafford, securing Champions League football.
Who scored in the Manchester United vs Liverpool match?
Man Utd: Matheus Cunha (6′), Benjamin Sesko (14′), and Kobbie Mainoo (77′).
Liverpool: Dominik Szoboszlai (47′) and Cody Gakpo (56′).
Who won the recent Man Utd vs Liverpool match?
Manchester United defeated Liverpool 3-2, marking a league double for United over Liverpool for the first time since the 2015-16 season.
Did Man Utd qualify for the Champions League?
Yes, this win guaranteed Manchester United a place in the 2026-27 Champions League.


