Matheus Cunha returned with a bang vs Liverpool

Matheus Cunha returned with a bang vs Liverpool

Manchester United clinched a thriller against fierce rivals Liverpool, winning 3-2 at Old Trafford on Sunday.

It was a fantastic victory, considering how the hosts let their two-goal half-time lead slip, only for Kobbie Mainoo to seal the deal late on.

The three points meant the Red Devils have guaranteed their place in next season’s Champions League after a two-year absence.

In the process, they also completed a league double over their arch-rivals for the first time in over a decade.

Matheus Cunha: immediate impact

Michael Carrick once again got his team selection spot on, as he brought back Matheus Cunha into the starting line-up for the ineffective Amad.

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The Brazilian got in on the act as early as the sixth minute, as he initially saw his effort from a corner blocked. He was quickest to react, and his subsequent effort found its way into the back of the net.

This was his ninth goal for the 20-time English league champions, making him the joint-second top scorer for his new club in the Premier League.

Apart from the opening goal, the Brazil international tormented the visitors down the left, completing two dribbles and letting off three shots in total.