Manchester United defeated Liverpool 3-2 at Old Trafford on May 3, 2026, securing their Champions League qualification.
United started strong, taking a 2-0 lead within the first 15 minutes. Matheus Cunha opened the scoring, followed by Benjamin Sesko’s goal shortly after.
Liverpool fought back, equalizing with goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo. The match was intense, showcasing the fierce rivalry between these two historic clubs.
Kobbie Mainoo scored the decisive goal for Manchester United late in the match. This victory marks United’s first league double over Liverpool since the 2015-16 season.
Michael Carrick, serving as interim manager, expressed confidence in his team’s performance. “We’re in good shape really,” he stated after the match.
Liverpool had finished 14 places and 42 points ahead of Manchester United last season. However, this loss complicates their quest for Champions League football.
Liverpool likely needs only three points from their remaining matches to secure a Champions League spot. Observers will watch closely to see how both teams perform in the coming weeks.
Kobbie Mainoo emphasized team spirit, saying: “The confidence in not just me, but all the players. You want to follow him and fight for him.” His late strike illustrates the determination within Manchester United’s ranks.
