In one of the most stunning results in Premier League history, Liverpool delivered a devastating 7-0 demolition of arch-rivals Manchester United at a euphoric Anfield, leaving Erik ten Hag's side utterly humiliated.
Gakpo Opens the Floodgates
The match remained competitive until just before half-time when Cody Gakpo broke the deadlock with a superb finish. The Dutch forward cut inside and fired past David de Gea, setting the stage for what would become an unforgettable second-half onslaught.
Second-Half Carnage at Anfield
Liverpool emerged from the break with relentless intensity, scoring six goals in a breathtaking 45-minute display. Darwin Nunez headed home to double the advantage before Gakpo added his second with an exquisite chip over the stranded De Gea.
Mohamed Salah then took centre stage, scoring twice to become Liverpool's all-time leading Premier League goalscorer. The Egyptian king's record-breaking moment came amid a collapse of historic proportions from the visitors.
United's Complete Meltdown
Manchester United's discipline evaporated as the goals piled on. Substitute Roberto Firmino rubbed salt in the wounds with Liverpool's seventh in the closing minutes, completing United's joint-heaviest competitive defeat.
Player Ratings: Heroes and Zeroes
Liverpool Standouts
- Mohamed Salah (9/10): Historic performance with two goals and two assists
- Cody Gakpo (9/10): Two brilliant finishes that broke United's resistance
- Darwin Nunez (8/10): Constant threat and two well-taken headers
- Andy Robertson (8/10): Dominated the left flank throughout
Manchester United Disasters
- Bruno Fernandes (3/10): Petulant and ineffective leadership
- David de Gea (4/10): Helpless but questionable positioning
- Luke Shaw (4/10): Overwhelmed by Liverpool's right-side attacks
- Marcus Rashford (4/10): Anonymous after recent good form
What This Means for Both Clubs
This historic result sends shockwaves through the Premier League, with Liverpool announcing their return to form in the most spectacular fashion possible. For Manchester United, questions will be asked about their mentality and ability to compete at the highest level after such a catastrophic collapse.
The victory propels Liverpool into serious top-four contention while dealing a devastating psychological blow to United's title aspirations. This Anfield annihilation will be remembered for generations as one of the most one-sided encounters in this fierce rivalry's storied history.
