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      Watch Joe Hart’s stunned reaction at Liverpool’s star’s body transformation that was ten years in the making

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      ENGLAND hero Joe Hart hardly recognised Liverpool star Alisson after his major transformation.The Brazilian goalkeeper has been an absolute force between the sticks in the Premier League ever since his arrival at Anfield from Roma in 2018.Liverpool star Alisson has undergone a massive transformationCredit: RexJoe Hart was left stunned by Alisson’s new look before their interviewLiverpool star Alisson shaved his signature beard, which he had for 10 yearsThe 31-year-old shot stopper is well-known around the world for his amazing talent in goal but currently looks unrecognisable after a significant makeover.Hart went to interview the Brazil international for BBC Football but was left stunned when the two met.That was because Alisson shaved his signature beard, which he had for the past decade.The cleanshaven keeper swapped his rugged look for a babyface profile.Read More on FootballAnd Alisson revealed that even his Liverpool team-mates didn’t notice him when he first arrived with his new look.Hart greeted Alisson: “How are you?To which the Liverpool keeper responded: “Yeah, all good.”And the Manchester City legend said with a surprised look: “Looking very fresh. Good to see.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAlisson replied: Ten years [with the beard].”To which Hart said: “I know, yeah. It’s good to see. You look so different without a beard.”Fans all spot Wright’s reaction to Hart screaming in his face after Man City goal against Arsenal Alisson said: “So different! Everybody in the building looked at me and said, ‘Who’s this guy?'”People in the stadium yesterday [when] I arrived to the match, they didn’t recognise [me].”Alisson has missed the last two games with a tight hamstring but could be back for the trip to Wolves on Saturday night, with Arne Slot suggesting he is “ready”. More

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      ‘Going to put flowers on his seat’ – First picture of Irish Liverpool fan killed in Milan amid tributes for ‘top lad’

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      THIS is the first picture of an avid Liverpool fan who tragically died in a road accident in Milan, Italy, on Tuesday.Philip Dooley, who lived in Liverpool but was originally from Ireland, was visiting the Italian city when he was struck by an oncoming car while crossing the A4 highway near the airport in Bergamo.Philip was a lifelong Liverpool supporterCredit: SOCIAL MEDIALiverpool players wore a black armband during the match in tribute to the fanCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe 51-year-old fan was trying to cross the highway to reach the NH Hotel, where he was staying around 1am local time.Local media have reported that he had tickets to a Liverpool match in his pocket when he was discovered, after reportedly landing at Orio al Serio airport at 11.53pm on the flight from Manchester.Ahead of their opening Champions League clash vs AC Milan on Tuesday night, the club paid tribute to the Irishman by wearing black armbands.A social media post read: “We will wear black armbands this evening in tribute to supporter Philip Dooley, who tragically lost his life following a road traffic accident in Bergamo in the early hours of the morning.”Tributes have been pouring in for tragic Phillip following his untimely death, with the Merseyside club leading the way.Liverpool FC said in a statement: “We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing of our supporter Philip Dooley, following a road traffic accident in Bergamo in the early hours of this morning.”Philip was a lifelong Liverpool fan who had travelled to Italy to be at tonight’s Champions League game against AC Milan.”Our staff in Milan are working with the local police and consulate, and continue to provide support to other fans impacted by this devastating incident.Most read in Football”The thoughts and prayers of everyone connected to the club are with Philip’s family, friends and fellow supporters at this extremely difficult time.Liverpool icon Ron Yeats passes away”Rest in peace, Philip.”Friends and fellow fans who knew Phillip have also taken to social media to share their condolences, with one telling how they plan to “put some flowers on his seat” at the stadium in tribute. One said: “Top man and massive support to my family. You will be sorely missed. YNWA.”Another said: “Absolutely devastated tragic loss Philip Dooley. Thoughts are with all his family & friends. From Robbie, Paula & everyone at the 12th man YNWA.”Liverpool FC player Jamie Carragher responded to this post by sharing a red heart emoji.Another friend shared: “Phil was a friend of mine, from the row in front of me on the Kop, would see him at aways too and always get a hug off him. “Top lad. Going to put some flowers on his seat on Saturday. RIP Phil.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Irish Department of Foreign Affairs is aware of the case and stands ready to provide consular assistance.A spokesperson added: “As with all consular cases, the department does not comment on the detail of individual cases.” More

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      AC Milan 1 Liverpool 3: Reds suffer huge early scare but put Forest woes behind them with dominant Champions League win

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      NOBODY could have blamed boss Arne Slot for thinking “suits you, sir” after this scintillating comeback triumph.Early disaster turned into a San Siro stroll, Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk powering in headers to turn the game around — the first time two Liverpool central defenders have scored in a Champions League game.Liverpool beat AC Milan with an impressive Champions League displayCredit: RexLiverpool won their first Champions League match under Arne SlotCredit: GettyLiverpool ace Ibrahima Konate equalised after AC Milan’s openerCredit: GettyLiverpool star Virgil van Dijk turned the game around with a headerCredit: RexDominik Szoboszlai sealed Liverpool’s first three points in the Champions LeagueCredit: GettyDominik Szoboszlai added an elegant third to help turn his manager’s 46th birthday into a back-slapping celebration.It is Milan fashion week with models strutting their stuff on catwalks across the city.Slot arrived amid sudden doubts about whether he is right to be trying to give his players a makeover after succeeding Jurgen Klopp.He sees the new style he is fashioning as one that can make the side Premier League champions again and maybe, again, overlords of Europe in a different garb of a more cautious, possession– based game.Read More on FootballThat approach was suddenly left with tattered holes in it during last Saturday’s 1-0 win by Nottingham Forest.Slot’s side were flat and mainly uninspired, failing to unzip a rearguard action designed to frustrate and hustle.Callum Hudson-Odoi’s brilliant strike put the cap on the defeat that left Slot as shocked as anyone.After three straight wins without conceding a goal to start his reign the Kop — yet to fully throw its voice behind him — were asking serious questions.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSYet while Slot wants less of the attacking chaos of Klopp’s regime and more control, this was more like a throwback to the German’s heavy metal vibesAlthough the night could hardly have got off to a worse start for him.Kate Abdo makes HUGE announcement live on CBS Sports for Champions League return as Carragher makes ANOTHER awkward jokeHe made two changes following the Forest defeat, Cody Gakpo in for Luis Diaz and Kostas Tsimikas replacing Andy Robertson. By the third minute the Greek left-back will have wished his boss had not bothered as Milan took the lead.He was left stranded by a lighting raid down his flank, ignited by Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan.His quick clearance was pounced up by Christian Pulisic, with two team-mates powering alongside him.Konate panicked and was drawn out of position while Pulisic, one of four former Chelsea players in Paulo Fonseca’s line-up charged inside.Before Alisson knew what had hit him the American attacker had fired across the goal and into the far corner.Pulisic was joined in celebration by his ex– Stamford Bridge team-mates Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Alvaro Morata and Fikayo Tomori while the stadium’s famous Curva Sud went wild.Poor startSlot and his team had the blues at the point for they were all over the place and their near-4,400 travelling fans, stuck high up in the gods, were fretting once again.But gradually Liverpool gained a foothold in the game, encouraged by centre-half Strahinja Pavlovic who made a pig’s ear of playing out from the back.His side survived as Slot’s men swarmed but they were still level by the 23rd minute and the equaliser could not have been simpler either.Trent Alexander-Arnold clipped in a free-kick from the left, up leapt Konate and completely unguarded headed home. Suddenly Slot’s men were in business again, the kind that had produced that stunning three-game start to the season.Diogo Jota tore into the box and sent a right footer wide when he should at least have tested Maignan.Mohamed Salah hit the woodwork with a reflex strike and soon after, slightly off balance, another effort cracked off the junction of bar and post.Reds fight backThis was seven-times Champions League winners against the six of Liverpool but it was the Reds who were finding their rhythm and above all their confidence again.Jota broke clear to find Salah. There was more majesty from Anfield’s Egyptian King this time only for Maignan to fingertip wide. But Liverpool grabbed the lead on 41 minutes, Tsimikas swung the corner in from the right, and Van Dijk nodded in.Seconds before the break it would have been three but for Maignan brilliantly turning aside a real bullet from Gakpo.Frenchman Maignan was forced off after a nasty collision with Tomori as Jota swooped in for the kill.READ MORE SUN STORIESLiverpool finished the showdown with 23 shots — 11 on target — and two of those against the woodwork.And just to underline their superiority, Szoboszlai contributed a gliding finish in the 67th minute in the victory that was first about substance but in the end was about real style, Slot’s or not.Liverpool picked up a big win thee days after losing to Nottingham ForestSzoboszlai impressed for Liverpool against AC Milan More

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      Liverpool target claims ‘I had my suitcase packed.. there was an issue’ as deadline day transfer for Salah heir crumbled

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      LIVERPOOL almost signed Pumas star Cesar Huerta just before the summer transfer window slammed shut but a late “issue” led to the deal falling apart.Huerta, 23, has been in impressive form in the Mexican league and has already amassed two goals as well as one assist in six appearances.Pumas star Cesar Huerta almost joined Liverpool but a late deal fell throughCredit: GettyHuerta was targeted with Liverpool star Mohamed Salah’s contract running out in JuneCredit: PAThe Reds kept tabs on the winger during the summer with star man Mohamed Salah’s contract running out in June.The Mexico international revealed he came so close to a move at Anfield that he even had a suitcase packed and ready to go.However, negotiations hit a snag and the forward ultimately remained at Pumas.Huerta told AS: “There was an issue.Read More on Football”I had my suitcase ready, but it fell through because of an issue.“I know that sooner or later, if I keep doing things right, I’ll get the opportunity. “I know it’s a train that only comes once and I’m focused on Pumas.”There were rumours suggesting Huerta was going to join Sunderland on loan immediately after putting pen to paper with Liverpool as part of the deal.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHowever, similar speculation suggests the Black Cats pulled out of the arrangement.Huerta joined Pumas from Guadalajara in 2022 and quickly rose to prominence.Dream Team Transfer Suggestions for Gameweek 4The Mexican has 17 goals and 12 assists in 76 appearances with the club.Five Mo Salah strops at LiverpoolFive times things have got heated during Mo Salah’s Liverpool career.West Ham 2 Liverpool 2 – April 28, 2024Salah gets into a heated argument with Klopp as he refuses to shake the manager’s hand before coming on at the London Stadium.Liverpool 3 Sheffield United 1 – April 4, 2024Salah shakes his head as he is subbed off during Liverpool’s 3-1 win over the basement club.Chelsea 1 Liverpool 1 – August 13, 2023Salah storms off the pitch after being replaced on 77 minutes on the first day of the season.Brighton 1 Liverpool 1 – November 28, 2020Salah throws his arms up in the air and barely looks at Klopp after being subbed off. Brighton go on to equalise with a last minute penalty.Burnley 0 Liverpool 3 – August 31, 2019Salah gets in a public spat with Sadio Mane after failing to pass to the winger. Team-mate Roberto Firmino says the row had been brewing for some time.Read the full article from Jack Rosser More

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      Newcastle tracking England star Angel Gomes as they plot January transfer – but could face fight with two Prem rivals

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      NEW England star Angel Gomes has become Newcastle’s top target.But Toon chief Eddie Howe faces competition for the former Manchester United midfielder from Liverpool, Tottenham and Borussia Dortmund.Angel Gomes is out of contract at Lille next summerCredit: GettyLee Carsley says Gomes ‘fully deserves’ the plaudits he’s receivedCredit: AlamyA string of clubs are understood to have watched the Lille star shine for the Three Lions in Tuesday’s 2-0 Nations League win over Finland.Spurs were already keen on the 24-year-old, who is out of contract at his Ligue 1 team next summer. Interim England chief Lee Carsley gave Gomes his England debut as a late sub in Saturday’s 2-0 victory in Ireland.The ex-Old Trafford academy ace then played the whole of the Wembley clash against the Finns three nights later.READ MORE TOP STORIESReports last week suggested Gomes is not currently planning to renew his Lille deal at the end of the season.He’s been a big hit in the French top flight after switching from a role just behind the attack to a more central position under Paulo Fonseca.And it’s reckoned Newcastle could even ponder a January bid for Gomes.That follows Carsley saying he “fully deserves” the plaudits for his breakthrough on the full international scene.Most read in FootballGomes picked up his first two England caps over the international breakCredit: RexBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesThe former Under-21 chief also highlighted the player’s incredible knowledge of the game.Carsley said: “He loves football, he watches football, he’s interested in tactics.Lee Carsley nailed on to land England manager job with bookies with Pep Guardiola second favourite at massive 10-1 “He knows all the players in any league.”If you ask him for any feedback, you need to be prepared that he’s going to give you some feedback on the session, or how we’re going to build up, or the positions.”He’ll often say about some build-ups he’s done with other clubs, or what he’s played against, because he’s obviously playing in France, so he sees different things.”Gomes’ classy, controlled display against Finalnd also won praise from England legends.Ex-Arsenal striker Ian Wright hailed the Salford lad for being “constantly on the move” and also highlighted “his touch”.England ratings vs Finland: Kane bags double on his big day… but he’s not the Three Lions’ star manTRENT ALEXANDER-ARNOLD showed his brilliance as Harry Kane’s brace saw England beat Finland.Interim boss Lee Carsley maintained his 100 per cent win record in charge of England.SunSports Tom Barclay has given their ratings of the England players…Jordan Pickford – 6Had nothing to do.Trent Alexander-Arnold – STAR MAN 9England’s best player as he supplied some beautiful balls from deep that on another day would have led to a glut of assists.He did get one in the end, although that was more thanks to Harry Kane’s lethal finishing.Ezri Konsa – 6Showed his ability on the ball with a super ball through for Bukayo Saka on the half hour.Twisted his ankle early in the second half, surprisingly played on before being replaced on the hour.John Stones – 6Played at left-sided centre-back before shifting when Levi Colwill came on.Solid though not much to deal with. Now 19 short of 100 caps.Rico Lewis – 7In the right place to snuff out early danger from ex-Norwich man Teemu Pukki.Came close to a goal on his second England cap when prodding wide after the break.Declan Rice – 5Lost possession to give Finland their one and only big chance which Topi Kesinen should have squared to Pukki, but instead fired wildly over.Angel Gomes – 7Wanted the ball from the off, just like Lee Carsley thought he would. Deliciously drilled cross-field ball to Alexander-Arnold early doors showed his range.Bukayo Saka – 7Almost scored and almost assisted in a lively display.Unlucky that Kane was millimetres offside after the centurion had headed home the Arsenal man’s wicked delivery.Jack Grealish – 7Enjoyed being in the heart of the action at No10 again, as he did on Saturday against the Republic of Ireland.Carsley clearly likes him – it will be fascinating to see what happens when Mssrs Bellingham, Foden and Palmer all return.Anthony Gordon – 7Caused problems down the left with his rapid pace – how we needed some of that in the Euros.But did not have on his shooting boots as he fluffed a decent chance early in the second half.Harry Kane – 8Two blistering finishes took the centurion to an astonishing 68 goals in 100 caps.Was denied the chance of a hat-trick in front of his family when subbed off to a standing ovation for the final ten.Kane said he fancies his chances of reaching a ton of international goals – and it does not seem fanciful.SUBSLevi Colwill (on for Konsa, 61) – 6Next to no threat from Finland by the time he came on.Eberechi Eze (on for Gordon, 66) – 6Raced on to yet another special Trent pass but could not loop it over the keeper.Noni Madueke (on for Saka, 66) – 7Looked to make an impact every time he got the ball on debut. Excellent one-two with Trent saw the Chelsea man tee up Kane’s second.Marc Guehi (on for Stones, 80) – 6As with Colwill, little to do.Jarrod Bowen (on for Kane, 81) – 6Played up top after Kane went off for the final minutes, as he has done for West Ham. More

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      Ex-Barcelona ace claims reason they didn’t win more titles and famously lost to Liverpool was because they were ‘BORED’

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      IVAN RAKITIC has claimed that his Barcelona side were beaten by Liverpool in 2019 because they were “BORED”.The LaLiga giants were dumped out of the Champions League by the Premier League outfit after an unforgettable 4-0 defeat at Anfield.Liverpool mounted a spectacular comeback to beat Barcelona in 2019Credit: Times Newspapers LtdIvan Rakitic has claimed the result came about because they were ‘bored’Credit: Getty – ContributorLiverpool mounted a miraculous comeback to win the tie, having been 3-0 down after the first leg in Spain.Divock Origi scored the first before Georginio Wijnaldum’s brace levelled the tie.Origi then netted the iconic winner after latching on to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s quick corner.Rakitic, 36, has now insisted that the defeat for Barcelona was as a result of the team being “bored.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe said: “With all due respect and affection to all the teams, Barcelona did not win more because of boredom and thinking about things other than football.”I have heard many of your teammates say that they have never seen anything like this.”We screwed up against Roma and Liverpool, but I am convinced that we were affected by that boredom, by feeling too superior.”If you don’t give your all, you don’t win.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”If we had maintained our hunger, we would have won one or two more Champions Leagues.”Rakitic enjoyed a lot of success in Barcelona during his six-year spell at the club.The 25 top-rated footballers in EA FC25The Croatian midfielder won four LaLiga titles, four Copa de Rey’s and a Champions League in 2015.The result in 2019 saw Jurgen Klopp’s side book their spot in the Champions League final.Liverpool went on to win the match against fellow Premier League outfit Tottenham Hotspur.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      ‘I’ve made it clear I want to go’, says Liverpool hero as star appears to take swipe at club’s transfer activity

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      CAOIMHIM KELLEHER says he has “made it clear” to Liverpool he wants to leave the club.The Irish keeper, 25, stepped in for the injured No1 Alisson last season and played 26 games in all competitions.Caoimhin Kelleher is urging Liverpool to let him leaveCredit: SportsfileArne Slot signed Georgian keeper Giorgi Mamardashvili in the summerCredit: GettyBut Alisson returned for the final seven Premier League games of the campaign, before new Reds boss Arne Slot signed Georgian international Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia for £29million in the summer.Mamardashvili, 23, will not join Liverpool until next summer but is expected to be the long-term replacement for Brazil shot-stopper Alisson.And Kelleher, who started for Ireland in their 2-0 loss to England on Saturday, insists he feels it is the right time to leave Anfield.Speaking to BBC Sport, he said: “I’ve made it clear in the last few years that I want to go and be a No1 and play week in, week out.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”The club’s made that decision to get another goalkeeper and from the outside looking in, it looks like they’ve made a decision to go in a different direction.”Liverpool rejected a £15million bid from Nottingham Forest for Kelleher in the January transfer window.He has also been linked with a move to Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic.And Italian giants Juventus were even mooted as a possible destination during the summer.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSKelleher played ten Premier League games last season in Alisson’s absenceNone of those ended up materialising, but not for Kelleher’s want of trying.He added: “Sometimes from the outside looking in, it looks like that’s 100 per cent my decision [to stay] but at times it’s not always in my hands.Watch frosty moment between Liverpool star Van Dijk and Man Utd striker Zirkzee in tunnel before Holland clash”It’s been reported that Liverpool have rejected a few bids as well.”My ambition is clear that I think I’m good enough and I want to go out and prove it.”Kelleher made seven saves against England but could do nothing about the goals from Declan Rice and Jack Grealish.Celtic, Brighton and Forest are among the clubs continuing to be linked with him. More

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      ‘Oh my God’ snaps Gary Neville as Man Utd legend locked in another heated row with Jamie Carragher after Sky Sports spat

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER has continued to get under Gary Neville’s skin as they ramped up their row over the difficulty of recruiting top managers.It comes just days after the two pundits got into multiple heated discussions live on Sky Sports, ranging from Erik ten Hag’s job status to the quality of Manchester United’s midfield.Gary Neville was left visibly distressed as he argued with Jamie Carragher on Stick to FootballThe two Sky pundits disagreed over Erik ten Hag and Liverpool’s bid for Arne SlotOf course, Liverpool’s 3-0 demolition of United in their own back yard dominated discussion in this week’s episode of Stick to Football.Neville and Carragher’s latest spat arose as the pair continued to butt heads over the Red Devils’ attempts to replace Ten Hag this summer.The incident started out with Neville speaking about why United ultimately did not start this season with a new boss, unlike their big rivals.Neville, 49, said: “Liverpool had six months to replace Jurgen Klopp and still found it quite challenging to get their top two targets.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSCarragher then interjected: “Who was Liverpool’s number one target? You said this on Sunday and I never pulled you up on it. Where are you getting this from that Arne Slot wasn’t the top target?”A fuming Neville burst in: “Oh my god. Fortunately we do record Stick to Football and fortunately I have a good memory.”Whereby you said Liverpool will definitely be going for Xabi Alonso.”Carragher came back with: “That’s my opinion.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSNeville again said: “Oh my God. You’re now all of a sudden so disconnected with Liverpool that you don’t think they wanted Alonso.”The two then disagreed over the time it took Alonso to reject Liverpool to remain at Bayer Leverkusen, where he enjoyed a German Invincible season.’Will you let me finish’ snaps Gary Neville live on Sky Sports as Man Utd legend refuses to answer Carragher’s questionCo-host Ian Wright was forced to intervene to get the conversation back on track.Carragher, 46, then quizzed: “Why did United not go for Slot then?”To which Neville responded: “They probably looked at Slot, I haven’t got a clue, but they probably thought ‘Can we get a rid of a guy who has won two trophies in two years?'”Who has not been backed by a proper structure to bring in another Dutch manager.”Carragher criticised this with: “What do you mean without a proper structure? He’s gone out and brought in everyone he wanted.”Roy Keane meanwhile couldn’t help but find their ongoing feud comical as the United legend couldn’t hide his smirk throughout the encounter. Wright had the final say, asserting: “But with all due respect, we should see a style of play and improvement from Ten Hag by now”.The Dutchman was handed a new contract and a show of faith by the new Ineos decision-makers over the summer, but familiar problems have continued regarding performance.READ MORE SUN STORIESDespite the the Carabao Cup and FA Cup won in his first two campaigns, the quality of football at United has been underwhelming – at best.It’s now two defeats from three for the Red Devils this season, while they regroup during the international break and head to Southampton on Saturday 14.Man Utd player ratings vs LiverpoolMANCHESTER UNITED had a horror show against Liverpool as they lost 3-0.Casemiro was so bad he was taken off at half-time.But were there any positive performances at Old Trafford?Andre Onana – 5Nothing he could do about any of Liverpool’s goals and made a few saves to prevent the scoreline from getting worse.Noussair Mazraoui – 5Came close to scoring in the first half and looked solid enough against Diaz although he did push up too high before Liverpool’s opener.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Left Diaz and Domink Szobozslai in acres of space for the opening goal but was left in a tricky spot thanks to Casemiro’s error. Booked for a shocking late tackle on Diaz.Lisandro Martinez – 3Lost Diaz for the second goal which meant the Colombian was able to score unmarked from the penalty spot.Also guilty of giving away the ball too easily and was not tight enough with his marking.Diogo Dalot – 4Was caught out pushing up too quickly for the first goal and did not do enough to stop Mo Salah’s cross in the build-up to Liverpool’s second.Looked dangerous in attack at times but too infrequently as he had plenty of defensive work to do since Rashford did not track Trent Alexander-Arnold.Casemiro – 2A horror show in the first half as he gave the ball away in the lead up to both of Liverpool’s goals.He was caught on the ball for the second after a shocking misplaced pass left his defence vulnerable for the opening goal. Hooked at half-time.Kobbie Mainoo – 4Fell victim to the Casemiro curse as he was shrugged off the ball in a terrible position, allowing Liverpool to add a third with ease.Bruno Fernandes – 5Was United’s most creative spark but that is not saying much. Tried to get his side going in the first half but looked short of ideas and inspiration after the break.Alejandro Garnacho – 4Still appears to be a little rusty and is yet to hit the heights he reached last season.Marcus Rashford – 3Nothing came off for the out-of-sorts forward who must be running out of chances before he is dropped.Joshua Zirkzee – 4Quiet up-front and had little influence on the wing as well, but missed a clear-cut chance with his head and should have turned in Rashford’s cross which he met at the far post.SubsToby Collyer (for Casemiro, HT) – 5A difficult game for the youngster to make his Premier League debut but he put himself about and won a few tackles.Harry Maguire (for De Ligt, 69mins) – 5Shored things up at the back as Liverpool took their foot off the pedal.Amad (for Garnacho, 69mins) – 5Provided a spark on the right and looked more lively than Garnacho.Christian Eriksen (for Zirkzee, 86mins) – N/ANot on long enough to make an impact. More