Half chances early on Despite having never scored in a Manchester derby, it was Raheem Sterling who had the best opportunity of the opening stages as he was picked out by Phil Christen Press 2020 Jersey Foden. The forward aimed for the far corner with a curling effort but David De Gea managed to palm away.
The hosts did have moments of their own throughout the first-half. Daniel Lindsey Horan Red Jersey James Crystal Dunn Youth Jersey put a shot straight at De Gea, whilst Martial’s goal-bound shot was easily stopped by Ederson.
Ederson howler gives United the lead United grew more dominant as the opening period progressed and got a deserved lead, albeit through somewhat fortunate circumstances. Bruno Fernandes chipped a clever Lindsey Horan 2020 Jersey free-kick through to Martial who tried Julie Ertz Red Jersey to volley the ball home at the near post. Just as it looked as though it would be an easy save for Ederson, the Carli Lloyd Youth Jersey Brazilian allowed the ball to squirm underneath his body and into the back of the net.
The scoreline could potentially have been even better for the Red Devils heading into the break as Fred was seemingly kicked in the penalty area by Otamendi. Instead of a spot-kick though, the Brazilian was instead booked for diving, with VAR bafflingly remaining with the original decision.
toughest test to date, before the two sides met in the league four days later, Klopp will be confident of gaining an early advantage. Now winning every game on Merseyside, we’re backing the Reds, even with a weaker XI to come away with the win on Wednesday. tobin heath-jersey