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2022 - 8 - 22

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Gary Neville disagrees with Roy Keane in warning to Man Utd over ... (Mirror.co.uk)

The decision to hand new summer recruit Casemiro a five-year contract at 30 years of age has prompted debate from two Manchester United legends who have ...

"I have to say he’ll do well for the club for a couple of years, Casemiro, but someone in two years time is going to pick up a player beyond their best years for £20m that they can’t shift. Comment [below](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/manutd-neville-keane-casemiro-transfer-27806847#comments-wrapper) ](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/manutd-neville-keane-casemiro-transfer-27806847#comments-wrapper)Is Casemiro's contract length a concern? [Manchester United](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) are out there you know it’s going to be a great deal. [Erik ten Hag](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/erik-ten-hag) has overseen the £60million acquisition of the Brazilian international and five-time [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) winner but some have questioned whether there is actually much of a strategy from the United hierarchy when it comes to new recruits - Neville being one of those doubters. They’re desperate and you’ve got to pay over the odds, I suppose."

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Man Utd squad to face Liverpool in Premier League match (Manchester United)

Erik ten Hag and his Manchester United players arrived early at Old Trafford for the Premier League match against Liverpool.

“Let’s say this: you started to play football to have the experience of a game like this," he told us. “We know we have to give something back to them, it was a tough season, [the] last one, and a tough beginning of this season but we have to bounce back, and this is the right time to do it and we have to do it [tonight].” Ten Hag knows what fierce rivalries are all about and the Dutchman is so excited to experience United v Liverpool for the first time.

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Manchester United supporters stage large protest before Liverpool ... (ESPN)

Man United fans angry at the direction of the club took part in a protest outside Old Trafford ahead of the match against Liverpool.

[Brazil](/soccer/team?id=205) midfielder Casemiro, arrived at Old Trafford earlier Monday ahead of the Liverpool match. The Glazers pledged to rebuild trust with United fans in the wake of that protest, but there has been little evidence of that. In recent years, two of United's biggest rivals, Critics say the Glazers, who also own the NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers, have failed to invest enough of their own cash in the squad or facilities and have presided over years of failure by England's biggest team. [that he wanted to do the same](/soccer/manchester-united-engman_utd/story/4724086/tesla-billionaire-elon-musk-jokes-about-buying-man-united). Two police officers were injured in clashes with fans.

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Casemiro signs for United (Manchester United)

Casemiro has completed his transfer to Manchester United from Real Madrid, subject to UK visa requirements. The midfielder has signed a contract until June ...

To represent United is an honour and I am ready to give everything to help the team achieve our ambitions.” “I have worked with many great managers in my career and, having met with Erik and heard his ideas, I can’t wait to work closely with him, his staff and my new team-mates in the coming years. Casemiro has completed his transfer to Manchester United from Real Madrid, subject to UK visa requirements.

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Manchester United beat Liverpool with goals from Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford (ESPN)

Manchester United picked up their first win of the Premier League season, beating Liverpool 2-1 at a raucous Old Trafford on Monday night. Goals from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford either side of half-time gave Man United and manager Erik ten Hag a ...

[Mohamed Salah](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173896/Mohamed-Salah) scored late in the match for Liverpool, but the Red Devils hung on for the win. "I wanted a different approach and a different attitude and that is what they brought on the pitch. It is only a start. [Anthony Martial](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/181140/Anthony-Martial)'s through ball that left him with only the keeper to beat. [Anthony Elanga](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/296622/Anthony-Elanga), composed himself and calmly shot past Alisson to give United the lead. [Jadon Sancho](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/259836/Jadon-Sancho) and [Marcus Rashford](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/230945/Marcus-Rashford) either side of half-time gave Man United and manager Erik ten Hag a massive three points despite it only being the third game of the season for both sides.

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Manchester United 2-1 Liverpool: Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford ... (Sky Sports)

Match report and free highlights as Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford give Manchester United their first win of the season with a 2-1 victory over Liverpool; ...

"I wanted a different approach and a different attitude and that is what they brought on the pitch. "They were really aggressive in the beginning, it was absolutely clear what would happen. "Maybe they were [sharper], that's not right of course but when we calmed down we were there. Nowadays it's a demand and that is what you saw. "It is not always about what I said. I don't know what it is but I cannot believe what I have witnessed. Make sure you are a team and battle and be brave. "The major disappointment is that they've only scored one goal." "Every time United went forward in that first half they looked like they were going to score. I didn't think it was possible tonight what I saw; I thought the players had cemented what they do, week-in, week-out over many months at the end of last season and the start of this season." "There was communication, fight spiriting and then you can see what they can achieve. They had rattled their visitors even before Sancho was given time to turn onto his left foot in the box and fire past an unsighted Alisson (16), and David de Gea did not have a save to make before the break.

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Man Utd vs Liverpool LIVE: Result and final score after Jadon ... (Yahoo Sports)

Manchester United and Liverpool are both looking for their first win of the season after stuttering starts to their Premier League campaigns.

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Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag swears and forces Sky Sports apology ... (Daily Express)

MANCHESTER UNITED picked up a first Premier League win of the season with a 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Old Trafford.

"We just have to produce like today in every single game. "It means a lot to all of us, you can see how the fans are reacting. He then added: “It was a goal I’ve scored quite regularly. On being switched to the left wing in the second half, he continued: “It’s just the versatility we have in the team especially in attack. "It means a lot. The Red Devils have gone into the game as underdogs after previously losing their first two [Premier League](/latest/premier-league) matches. We got the three points but on to the next one. Happy we got the three points and we move on." "Last week hurt a lot and we knew we had to bounce back and tonight we showed the fans what we can do. [Manchester United](/latest/manchester-united-fc) boss Erik ten Hag has spoken out after his side’s stirring 2-1 win over [Liverpool](/latest/liverpool-fc) at Old Trafford on Monday night. Ten Hag also said: "We have to be a team, in good spirits and that is what we saw today. And Rashford beat Alisson in the second half, with Mohamed Salah then netting a consolation for the visitors to spark a frantic finale.

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Man United respond with massive win, Ten Hag's first, over rivals ... (Sportsnet.ca)

Against a backdrop of protests against the club's ownership, Manchester United delivered a performance of intensity and spirit to beat fierce rival ...

Later in the first half, Raphael Varane, who replaced Maguire, virtually rugby-tackled Luis Diaz to the ground, to roars of approval from United's fans even if it earned him a booking. It was the seventh straight Premier League match that Liverpool had fallen behind. "The start of the game was exactly what everyone expected, what United fans expected. Many lingered as the match began. "And we gave them it.'' "But it's only the start.''

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Man Utd vs Liverpool player ratings: Marcus Rashford and Lisandro ... (iNews)

United come out fighting against their rivals to quell any threat of a stadium exodus by unhappy home supporters. Manchester United Marcus Rashford goal ...

5/10 But scored from close range with 10 minutes left like any good poacher. A frustrating night for the midfielder, who was hooked early. Andrew Robertson – Liverpool’s only real outlet came down the left through Robertson and Diaz. Liverpool are a team at the limit of their resources in August and it’s showing. A club in desperate need of their first win of the season at Old Trafford. Was far more commanding of United’s play without Ronaldo as a distraction. Raphael Varane – Executed a vital challenge to perfection moments before Sancho’s opener and shared the bulk of the defending duties with Martinez all evening. Picked up a yellow but was rarely in trouble. Diogo Dalot – Enjoyed a healthy scrap with Diaz, Liverpool’s most pugnacious forward, and generally won that fight. A stark contrast to last time out against Brentford. David De Gea – Had practically nothing to do all afternoon.

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Casemiro: Manchester United sign midfielder from Real Madrid in ... (Sky Sports)

Man Utd have paid Real Madrid an initial £60m plus £10m in add-ons for Casemiro, who has signed a four-year contract with the option of a further 12 months ...

"He wants to try a new challenge, a new opportunity. "I have to say, I think he'll do well for a couple years for the club, Casemiro. "The club has always treated me very well. At his farewell Real Madrid press conference, the Brazilian insisted his move to United is not motivated by money. "Every other club is really precise, you don't see them pinging around like a pinball in the transfer market, from one to the other. He is getting a long-term contract with a lot of money, it's the same with [Christian] Eriksen getting a three-year deal.

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Who was Man Utd Man of the Match after our victory over Liverpool ... (Manchester United)

Manchester United secured our first victory of the Erik ten Hag era by beating Liverpool 2-1 at a frenzied Old Trafford. Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford ...

"Yeah I think that’s what he’s bringing into the squad [passion]," Erik said of the defender who played under him at Ajax. "I call it grinta. Who was United's Man of the Match?

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Man United v Liverpool Match Report 22nd August 2022 (Manchester United)

Goals from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford earn a precious win over arch-rivals Liverpool.

Then look out for 90 in 20, our 20-minute extended package and the game in full to enjoy at your leisure. Liverpool pulled a goal back late on, as De Gea parried sub Fabio Carvalho’s effort into the path of Mo Salah who squeezed in a header to set the game up for a nervy finish. The England international kept his calm going one-v-one against Alisson to bury the ball into the back of the net. Despite relentless attacking from the opposition, United’s backline - especially Raphael Varane and Martinez - combined well to keep them at bay. Despite being faced with multiple defenders, Sancho showed great composure to deceive James Milner and finish beyond Alisson to fire the reds ahead. Anthony Elanga came close to opening the scoring inside 10 minutes.

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Manchester United 2-1 Liverpool: Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford ... (Sky Sports)

Match report and free highlights as Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford give Manchester United their first win of the season with a 2-1 victory over Liverpool; ...

"I wanted a different approach and a different attitude and that is what they brought on the pitch. "They were really aggressive in the beginning, it was absolutely clear what would happen. "Maybe they were [sharper], that's not right of course but when we calmed down we were there. Nowadays it's a demand and that is what you saw. "It is not always about what I said. I don't know what it is but I cannot believe what I have witnessed. Make sure you are a team and battle and be brave. "The major disappointment is that they've only scored one goal." "Every time United went forward in that first half they looked like they were going to score. I didn't think it was possible tonight what I saw; I thought the players had cemented what they do, week-in, week-out over many months at the end of last season and the start of this season." "There was communication, fight spiriting and then you can see what they can achieve. They had rattled their visitors even before Sancho was given time to turn onto his left foot in the box and fire past an unsighted Alisson (16), and David de Gea did not have a save to make before the break.

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Manchester United 2-1 Liverpool: Erik ten Hag has his template for ... (Sky Sports)

Erik ten Hag got the big decisions right in Manchester Uniteds dramatic 2-1 win against Liverpool at Old Trafford on Monday evening.

There were a tense finish as the home crowd willed for the whistle but what was striking was the desire and togetherness of the players. This needs to be the standard now not just a reaction to the visit of their rivals or a gathering crisis. Even Klopp admitted that created a "special atmosphere" inside Old Trafford and the fact that it was Marcus Rashford who scored what turned out to be the winning goal for United was fitting. "Nowadays it is a demand and that is what you saw. It makes me happy that Rashford and Sancho scored the goals." It was exactly the game that United wanted to play. In the beginning, it was wild. There were protests against the ownership but the support for the players was steadfast. The calmest man in Manchester when sending James Milner and Alisson for a hot dog on Sir Matt Busby Way for the opening goal. Right from the start, this was a different United. "It does not mean anything for the future," said Ten Hag beforehand. Few would be shocked that this was the outcome of events at Old Trafford on Monday evening.

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Casemiro 'as determined as ever' to win trophies at Man Utd as he ... (sportsmax.tv)

"The opportunity to start a new challenge at Manchester United and in the Premier League is extremely exciting," he said. "I've worked with many great managers ...

"We have to act as a team, and every individual, every day, has to give their best. This is a massive club with a huge fanbase, and we have to deliver that. As he said, he will speak soon and they will have time to hear his words and what he has to say. "For now he is a United player. "I may know a thing or two, but I won't be the one to say it. You have an obligation to the club, to the fans.

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Man United springs back to life with win over Liverpool (The Globe and Mail)

Marcus Rashford scores winner as Manchester United edges Liverpool 2-1.

Later in the first half, Raphael Varane, who replaced Maguire, virtually rugby-tackled Luis Diaz to the ground, to roars of approval from United’s fans even if it earned him a booking. It was the seventh straight Premier League match that Liverpool had fallen behind. Many lingered as the match began. They were after us,” Klopp said. “And we gave them it.” “But it’s only the start.”

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Cristiano Ronaldo dropped by Man Utd for Liverpool as Erik ten Hag ... (Daily Express)

CRISTIANO RONALDO has been forced to settle for a place on the bench against Liverpool.

Ronaldo struggled to make an impact on proceedings against Brentford in United's last outing but will be determined to make amends if he comes on as a substitute before the final whistle blows at Old Trafford tonight. Ronaldo remains keen to leave the Red Devils in search of Champions League football between now and next month's transfer deadline but has featured for United in the Premier League since the beginning of the season. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner was introduced as a substitute against Brighton and Hove Albion on the opening day of the season before starting in last weekend's heavy defeat at the hands of Brentford. Maguire has received no shortage of criticism from all directions over the last few months but, until now, had managed to retain his place at the heart of United's back four. Ten Hag needs energy from his side and that may mean dropping Ronaldo." [Manchester United](/latest/manchester-united-fc) boss Erik ten Hag has dropped [Cristiano Ronaldo](/latest/cristiano-ronaldo) to the bench for tonight's crunch meeting with [Liverpool](/latest/liverpool-fc) at Old Trafford.

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Man Utd target Antony has already overcome two key obstacles ... (Daily Express)

ANTONY is in a good position to succeed if he joins Manchester United.

He told Sky Sports News: "He had a tough upbringing in some ways and he then had to deal with the pressure of playing for his hometown club Sao Paulo. "If you listen to the way he speaks, he's very mature for a guy that's still only in his early 20s. So that does give him a bit of a leap." Hatchard believes that will put him at an advantage if he does finalise a move to England. He came through the academy at Sao Paulo and had one full season in the first team before leaving for Ajax in February 2020. [Manchester United](/latest/manchester-united-fc) target Antony has already overcome two big obstacles ahead of a potential move to Old Trafford.

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Roy Keane proved he's true football royalty during Man Utd 2-1 ... (GiveMeSport)

Roy Keane was the man everyone wanted to meet at Old Trafford on Monday night before and after Manchester United's shock 2-1 victory over rivals Liverpool.

[pic.twitter.com/NVQ49DEULG] [August 22, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/jP37sPGWUR] [August 22, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/1Fo3XvFYSb] [August 22, 2022] [News Now - Sport News](https://www.newsnow.co.uk/h/Sport) [Jurgen Klopp](https://www.givemesport.com/jurgen-klopp) prior to kick-off and couldn’t resist asking the [Liverpool](https://www.givemesport.com/liverpool) boss if his side had been a bit sloppy – a reference to their prickly exchange from September 2020. [Keane](https://www.givemesport.com/roy-keane), arguably the greatest captain of the [Premier League](https://www.givemesport.com/premier-league) era and one of the best players in [Man Utd’s](https://www.givemesport.com/manchester-united) history, was part of Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football (MNF) panel alongside Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher.

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Man Utd tried copying PSG's 8-second kick-off goal against ... (Daily Star)

Manchester United may have claimed an unlikely victory over rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford on Monday - but they failed miserably in a rehearsed kick-off ...

[offered a response to the PSG effort](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/bournemouth-solanke-mbappe-kick-off-27798660). [comments section](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/man-utd-psg-kick-off-27808776#comments-section) below. [Casemiro goes straight to Man Utd legend Roy Keane after completing transfer](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/roy-keane-casemiro-man-united-27808502) [three passes before Lionel Messi put Kylian Mbappe](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/mbappe-goal-psg-bournemouth-kickoff-27797610) in for the first goal in their 7-1 drubbing of Lille - but things didn't go to plan at Old Trafford. [Manchester United](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/manchester-united-fc) tried, and miserably failed, to recreate the kick-off routine that led to [PSG](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/psg-fc) scoring after only eight seconds during their clash against [Liverpool](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/liverpool-fc) on Monday (August 22). The Red Devils took confidence into the half-time break thanks to Jadon Sancho's composed strike - opting to start the second period with a rehearsed move.

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Man Utd transfer round-up: 'Agreement reached' with Antony as ... (Mirror.co.uk)

The Red Devils have finally made their first signing in almost a month with the capture of Casemiro from Real Madrid, but plenty more are still being ...

Elsewhere, [Erik ten Hag](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/erik-ten-hag) continues to pursue a new back-up goalkeeper and has identified [Eintracht Frankfurt’s](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/eintracht-frankfurt) Kevin Trapp as a potential target. [Cristiano Ronaldo](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/cristiano-ronaldo) ’s future is yet to be decided. [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=233&v=TUrcjqasR00&feature=emb_title), United are ‘working on six deals’ as the clock continues to count down to deadline day, with only four signings being welcomed through the door over the past two months. It is set to be a huge end to the summer transfer window for United over the next week or so as they aim to land a whole host of transfer targets in order to further strengthen Erik ten Hag’s side for the remainder of the current campaign. [Bild](https://www.bild.de/bild-plus/sport/fussball/eintracht-frankfurt/eintracht-frankfurt-manunited-will-deutschen-eintracht-star-holen-81082020.bild.html), the Red Devils have now ‘tabled’ an offer for Eintracht Frankfurt’s Kevin Trapp, who helped the Bundesliga outfit to the Europa League title last season and made 46 appearances across all competitions for the club. [Manchester United](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) may have [agreed a fee](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-ten-hag-transfer-27783097) to sign Brazil international and five-time [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) winner Casemiro from [Real Madrid](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/real-madrid-cf) over the weekend, but a number signings are still to be expected as they go in search of further reinforcements. [Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-transfers-gakpo-antony-27805700#comments-section) However, the report does not state how much United have offered to Frankfurt for Trapp, while it is also unclear as to how the Bundesliga side have reacted to the offer for their current no.1, who arrived from Paris Saint-Germain in 2019. [Journal O Globo](https://oglobo.globo.com/esportes/noticia/2022/08/manchester-united-chega-a-acordo-com-antony-e-sobre-proposta-ao-ajax-para-r-486-milhoes.ghtml), who have claimed that everything ‘is fine’ between both United and the Brazil international, while the Red Devils are also prepared to now pay a huge £80m to land one of their top targets this month. [PSV Eindhoven’s](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/psv-eindhoven) Cody Gakpo, it was also reported that the Red Devils had achieved the same feat with [Ajax](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/ajax-fc) forward Antony. Antony has been linked with a move to Old Trafford ever since former Ajax manager Ten Hag took over at the club at the end of last season, following 12 goals and 10 assists in all competitions, while he already has two goals and two assists in three games this campaign. In what could finally be the biggest breakthrough yet with regards to signing Ajax winger Antony this summer, United are said to have ‘reached an agreement’ with the Brazilian ahead of a potential move to Old Trafford.

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Erik ten Hag: This is only the start (Manchester United)

The Reds picked up our first points of the Premier League campaign with a splendid victory to move above the Merseysiders in the early table and end their ...

"We have a squad and then we have a way of playing, a style. There is a lot of room for improvement and that is what we have to work for but I hope the players now understand the basis always of a team. You have to bring it on the pitch out of possession and then you can be a threat in possession and that is what we show. What we have to get is the way to above. We have to deliver that. We have to deliver. If we make a team out of the squad, we stick together and we can achieve a lot. “I wanted a different approach, I wanted a different attitude, and that is what they bring on the pitch. That’s what makes me satisfied but it is only the start, we have to keep humble, but I think we can play a bit better if we have a little bit more composure, give an extra pass, we can be much more dangerous, because, as I said, we have good players with good ability, with good spirit and you will act. We saw a spirit and also a real connection between the players and then you make it really difficult for a good team, even you can beat them and that is what we did. When we are out of possession, yes we want to press and sometimes you think strikers that they cannot do it because they have to save the energy for the offensive actions. A really good performance and the skills what I wanted to see on the pitch, I saw back.

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Lisandro Martinez's magnificent highlights v Liverpool show why ... (GiveMeSport)

Lisandro Martinez produced a sensational individual performance against Liverpool on Monday night, showing exactly why Manchester United signed him from ...

Man Utd fans saw for the first time why Martinez is nicknamed ‘The Butcher’. Maybe he could go left-back, maybe he could play in a back three, but in a back four, he cannot play there in the Premier League.” [pic.twitter.com/3YMTyW1909] [August 23, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/vfGzf4pxKU] [August 23, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/yHcJOItUp9] [August 22, 2022] “Now, we should never judge managers or players too early, but I’m convinced this can’t work because the size of him playing in a back four.

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Martinez: Old Trafford was simply amazing (Manchester United)

Summer signing Lisandro certainly enjoyed his first experience of our M16 home under the lights, against Liverpool.

[pic.twitter.com/yfAp4LBmi4] [August 22, 2022] Now is about to carry on into the next games 💪🏼— Bruno Fernandes (@B_Fernandes8) [pic.twitter.com/fhnoH23F1n] [August 22, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/coTh1UjpoV] [August 22, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/CJG6HbAlbn] [August 22, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/y06qQ7vpG2] [August 22, 2022]

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10 impressive stats from Man Utd's crucial victory over Liverpool (PlanetFootball)

Manchester United defied their critics to record an impressive 2-1 victory over Liverpool on Monday night to give Erik ten Hag his first Premier League ...

– Jadon Sancho opened the scoring with a composed finish that sent Old Trafford into raptures. It was Sancho’s fourth Premier League goal for United, which also includes strikes against Chelsea and Manchester City. And Ten Hag was rewarded with a strong start as United tore into Liverpool. – United were the first side to take a 2-0 lead in a Premier League match against Liverpool since the Reds’ 7-2 spanking at Aston Villa in October 2020. – Rashford’s second-half strike was his fifth for United against Liverpool in the league – only Wayne Rooney (6) has scored more in the Premier League era. Out went Cristiano Ronaldo, Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw and Fred, with Antony Elanga, Scott McTominay, Tyrell Malacia and Raphael Varane replacing them.

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Jamie Carragher calls Liverpool's defending 'embarrassing' but Gary ... (Sky Sports)

Manchester United deservedly beat Liverpool 2-1 at Old Trafford to give Erik ten Hag his first win as manager; Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford goals earned ...

"They deserved the criticism last week but they were outstanding tonight. Tonight they deserve all the plaudits." "It's a huge boost for Ten Hag. "Every time United went forward in that first half they looked like they were going to score. "Liverpool were absolutely shocking defensively. Mohamed Salah pulled a goal back late on, but the hosts held on for a morale-boosting victory.

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Manchester United new boy Casemiro perfect for English football ... (ESPN)

Raphael Varane has said Manchester United new signing Casemiro has backed his former Real Madrid teammate to be a success at Old Trafford.

"It's difficult to explain why but we didn't start the games with the same intensity, with the same fighting spirit," Varane added. "It's a similar process that I had so obviously I wish him the best and I'm speaking with him a lot, but he didn't need me to make his choice." "He needs a new challenge, I know exactly what he feels, and I know exactly why he chose this club. "I know perfectly his quality, he can bring this balance to the team and his mentality," Varane said. [Brazil](/soccer/team?id=205) midfielder after their time together at the Bernabeu and said he is the perfect addition to the squad. [Raphael Varane](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/153053/Raphaël-Varane) has said [Manchester United](/soccer/team?id=360) new signing [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro) is perfectly suited to English football and has backed his former [Real Madrid](/soccer/team?id=86) teammate to be a success at Old Trafford.

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Ten Hag sends message to players after win over Liverpool (Manchester United)

The Manchester United manager explains why he wants his squad to "suffer" in order to show their best form on the pitch.

But also dribbles and combinations and runs in behind." "It has to be a way of life and I hope they understand. With the squad back at Carrington today to begin preparation for the early kick-off on Saturday, the boss told us: "What I demand is that players bring the top spirit every day.

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Tyrell Malacia: Man Utd man's impressive highlights vs Liverpool ... (GiveMeSport)

As full debuts go, Manchester United left-back Tyrell Malacia had one to remember against Liverpool on Monday evening. The 23-year-old Dutch international ...

Heart and hustle,” gushed a further response. For all the criticism United have received at the start of the new Premier League season, Ten Hag’s men currently sit one point ahead of Liverpool in the table – and have the chance to extend that gap ever further when they visit Southampton on Saturday lunchtime. United supporters on reddit were quick to compliment Malacia on his performance, pointing out that it marked a major shift in quality for the team defensively. [In total](https://twitter.com/Manunitedmagz/status/1561823311306555397), he completed eight tackles, won six duel and completed 93% of his attempted passes on a night where the United new boy surely made the left-back role his own. Restricted to substitute appearances as United suffered back-to-back defeats in their opening two games of the season, Malacia was handed his first start by Ten Hag against the Reds – and he certainly made the most of the opportunity. [Manchester United](https://www.givemesport.com/manchester-united) left-back Tyrell Malacia had one to remember against [Liverpool](https://www.givemesport.com/manchester-united) on Monday evening.

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17 things we loved from Man Utd 2-1 Liverpool: Casemiro, Stormzy… (PlanetFootball)

The Erik ten Hag era is well and truly underway as Manchester United produced an astonishing 2-1 victory over their historic rivals Liverpool last night.

[August 22, 2022] Ten Hag’s first competitive win as United boss was a night that will live long in the memory.

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Piers Morgan left embarrassed as Man Utd Cristiano Ronaldo ... (Daily Express)

MANCHESTER UNITED stunned Liverpool 2-1 at Old Trafford on Monday evening.

You have to do that out of a block and need energy - that is why we went with Rashford, Sancho, Elanga.” And Morgan revealed exactly what he thought of the decision before kick-off. [Piers Morgan](/latest/piers-morgan) was left embarrassed on Monday evening after his [Cristiano Ronaldo](/latest/cristiano-ronaldo) prediction horribly backfired.

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