"I can't remember anything about our superior performance against MU, when the score was only 0-0," Liverpool coach Klopp said in a disappointed press conference after the match. Center-back Van Dijk also regretted: "Only one team tried to win but unfortunately that didn't happen. We were superior in every way. MU just tried to do everything to prevent opportunities and aim to get 1 point."
Liverpool manager Klopp
MU, in a period of decline and under a lot of pressure, had to face Liverpool, who were in good form, right at Anfield. Coach Erik ten Hag's team chose a tight defensive style, pressed hard and tried very hard to limit all scoring opportunities of the opponent.
Liverpool had 34 shots in the match, including 8 on target, but could not beat goalkeeper Onana and the MU defense led by 2 central defenders Varane and Jonny Evans. Liverpool also had 69% of the ball possession time on the field and had 12 corner kicks, while MU had only 31% of the ball possession time and no corner kicks.
"We created everything, but we didn't score. If we had scored, everything would have changed completely. MU did everything just to get 1 point in today's match. They succeeded. I really congratulate them. Liverpool will have to move on. We are disappointed with the result, but there were also many positive things from the match," said coach Klopp.
MU coach Erik ten Hag overcomes the storm when he draws with Liverpool
Meanwhile, coach Erik ten Hag was very proud of his MU players for playing with determination to hold Liverpool to a draw. "We have to do this more often. I am very proud of the players. They played very disciplined, followed the tactics and also created many opportunities. If lucky, MU can leave with 3 points," said coach Erik ten Hag.
The draw means Liverpool are now 1 point behind Arsenal (who beat Brighton 2-0) at the top of the Premier League after round 17 (38 points to 39). Aston Villa (who beat Brentford 2-1) have equalled Liverpool's 38 points, but are behind them due to a poor goal difference. MU have dropped to 7th place with 28 points, behind Newcastle (29 points).
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