Amad Diallo’s heroics deny Liverpool glory in Anfield thriller
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Published By: Kazeem Ugbodaga
By Kazeem Ugbodaga
Manchester United clawed their way back to snatch a dramatic 2-2 draw against Liverpool in a pulsating Premier League clash at Anfield, with Amad Diallo’s late equaliser denying the Reds a chance to widen their lead at the top of the table.
The electrifying encounter began with both teams showing intent, but it was United who drew first blood in the 52nd minute.
Bruno Fernandes sent a deft pass to Lisandro Martinez, whose thunderous strike cannoned off the crossbar and into the net, giving the visitors a surprise lead.
Liverpool retaliated in spectacular fashion just eight minutes later. Cody Gakpo wove through United’s defence, unleashing a blistering shot into the top corner, levelling the score and igniting the Anfield faithful.
Controversy erupted in the 68th minute when Matthijs de Ligt was adjudged to have handled the ball in the penalty area following a VAR review.
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Mohamed Salah stepped up and, despite Andre Onana’s valiant touch, buried the spot-kick to put Liverpool 2-1 ahead.
The final moments were fraught with tension as United pushed for an equaliser. Anfield held its breath in the 90th minute as Bruno Fernandes orchestrated a corner that found Diallo. The young winger’s precise strike pierced through Liverpool’s defence, nestling into the bottom right corner to make it 2-2.
Liverpool nearly clinched victory deep into stoppage time when Diogo Jota’s audacious effort was miraculously denied by Onana.
United’s captain Harry Maguire then came agonisingly close, his effort grazing the crossbar in the dying seconds.
The referee’s final whistle ended a match filled with drama, controversy, and relentless action. While Liverpool remained top of the table, United’s resilience ensured they left with a crucial point, keeping their own ambitions alive.
