Liverpool Held to 2-2 Draw by Manchester United in Thrilling Premier League Derby
Despite leading 2-1 in the second half, Liverpool missed the chance to extend their lead at the top of the table as Manchester United fought back to claim a point.
- The match, played at Anfield, went ahead despite severe winter weather that initially threatened a postponement.
- Manchester United's Lisandro Martínez opened the scoring in the 52nd minute, capitalizing on a strong attacking move.
- Liverpool responded with goals from Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah, the latter converting a penalty after a handball by Matthijs de Ligt.
- Amad Diallo secured the equalizer for Manchester United in the 80th minute, capping off a high-energy second half.
- Liverpool remains six points clear at the top of the Premier League, while Manchester United sits in 13th place after breaking a four-game losing streak.