How fans are reacting to a thriller at Anfield

Monday 06 January 2025 12:50

It was only a draw, but it’s fair to say Manchester United fans are encouraged by the commitment, grit and fighting spirit that was shown at Anfield on Sunday.

Ruben Amorim’s Reds travelled to Merseyside on the back of four defeats yet produced a stirring performance to secure a deserved 2-2 draw with the Premier League leaders. 

Furthermore, United were arguably the better team and went close to winning the game in added time, when Manuel Ugarte’s visionary pass led to Harry Maguire going close with a shot from the edge of the box.

As Ruben and captain Bruno Fernandes explained after the match, we must replicate this level on a consistent basis and that theme is echoed within the comments section of our official YouTube channel, where supporters have been reflecting on the action. Take a look at what’s being posted…
90 in 20: Liverpool v United Video

90 in 20: Liverpool v United

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REACTION TO THE PERFORMANCE

@yopidesick: We need courage, intensity and aggression, plus a sprinkling of individual skills like this. That's the United playing style that we know.

@nataliecarter5439: I wish United would play with this kind of spirit every game! Fight to the very end. Well done guys - even though we had a draw you gave your all.

@mohamedalizedan9345: The one thing I love about Ruben Amorim is that he stays loyal to his plan as time passes and as challenges get harder. He said at the beginning that we’ll suffer a lot in the first season but he will not trade his philosophy for a short-term success. Yes, I can see a team with a known identity.
@Brainn_Freezz: Even though it was a draw, that performance from United made me proud and happy to watch them today.

@hendrickmaema: This game felt and looked like the Man United we all grew up watching. It brought back memories.

@Anonymous-je6tc: After watching yesterday's match against Liverpool, I feel like we still have character. We just need time to grow as a team. Every single player gave it their all for the shirt, and I’m so happy. There’s still room for improvement, but this is a step forward.

@tsoski1: The best performance at Anfield in the last 10 years. Something to build on. Trust. The. Process. Amorim ball is the truth.
Full 90: Liverpool v United Video

Full 90: Liverpool v United

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PLAYER PRAISE

@fidodido-yt:
General Manuel Ugarte, we'll never forget this performance.

@AbdouSalamKammateh: Bruno was both playing the match and coaching the team-mates. Wow! The captain magnifico.

@hooversview: Onana really stepped up today, wonderful performance.

@KtownAndy: What a tackle by Yoro at the end!

@Evans9ro: Amad our Saviour once again.

@GenuineUtd: Manuel Ugarte, Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, Diogo Dalot and Lisandro Martínez, take a bow.

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