Manchester United secured a 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, marking their first win there in nearly 10 years. Bryan Mbeumo scored in the first minute, Cody Gakpo equalized in the 78th, and Harry Maguire headed the winner in the 84th. The result gives Ruben Amorim's side back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time.
The Premier League clash at Anfield on October 20, 2025, saw Manchester United stun defending champions Liverpool with a hard-fought 2-1 win. United struck early when Bryan Mbeumo lashed in the opener after just 60 seconds, the fastest goal in this storied rivalry at Anfield. Liverpool dominated possession but struggled to convert, with Cody Gakpo hitting the post three times before equalizing from close range in the 78th minute.
United's resilience shone through as Bruno Fernandes delivered a precise cross for Harry Maguire to head home the winner six minutes later, restoring their lead. Maguire, who led the defense in closing out the game, told Sky Sports post-match: “We’ll not get carried away, because we know this club is not in a position to get carried away.” Manager Ruben Amorim described it as the biggest win of his tenure, adding: “It means a lot today, but tomorrow it won’t mean a lot.” This victory ends United's nine-game winless streak at Anfield, where their previous results included draws and heavy defeats since January 2016.
For Liverpool, the loss extends their winless run to four games across all competitions—their worst in 11 years—deepening concerns over their title defense under Arne Slot. Virgil van Dijk acknowledged the challenges: “It’s an interesting time now, because we have to stick together.” Key issues include integrating new signings like Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz, alongside Mohamed Salah's seven-game non-penalty goal drought and Alisson's injury. United climb to ninth with 13 points, two behind Liverpool, who remain a point off the top if they had won.
Amorim's side showed growing cohesion, with Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha forming an understanding, and Senne Lammens steady in goal despite some hesitation. The psychological boost of beating rivals could propel United forward, while Liverpool face pressure to regroup amid transition woes.