Manchester United’s ruthless streak came back to the forefront at the weekend as they picked up a crucial 2-1 win over arch rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford. They relinquished much of the possession to Jurgen Klopp’s visiting team, but Marcus Rashford took advantage of two careless mistakes and put the hosts 2-0 up. A comedy own goal brought Liverpool back into it, but the Old Trafford faithful saw their side see out the win and put themselves five points clear of their rivals.
Now, Jose Mourinho’s attentions turn towards the Champions League. A goalless draw wasn’t exactly the most entertaining of matches in the first leg, but coming back to Old Trafford on level terms will have been precisely what Mourinho was aiming for in the first leg.
The Red Devils recent form overall is very promising too, with four wins and one draw in their last five outings. At home they have lost just one competitive game all season, winning 17 of their 20 matches including all three of their Champions League ties at Old Trafford.
Manchester United’s ruthless streak came back to the forefront at the weekend as they picked up a crucial 2-1 win over arch rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford. They relinquished much of the possession to Jurgen Klopp’s visiting team, but Marcus Rashford took advantage of two careless mistakes and put the hosts 2-0 up. A comedy own goal brought Liverpool back into it, but the Old Trafford faithful saw their side see out the win and put themselves five points clear of their rivals.
Now, Jose Mourinho’s attentions turn towards the Champions League. A goalless draw wasn’t exactly the most entertaining of matches in the first leg, but coming back to Old Trafford on level terms will have been precisely what Mourinho was aiming for in the first leg.
The Red Devils recent form overall is very promising too, with four wins and one draw in their last five outings. At home they have lost just one competitive game all season, winning 17 of their 20 matches including all three of their Champions League ties at Old Trafford.