Salah's Strike Can't Prevent Liverpool's Draw with United at Anfield
Mohamed Salah equaled Thierry Henry's record for Premier League goals, but unfortunately, his goal was unable to prevent Manchester United from securing a 2-2 draw at Anfield.
Liverpool gained a 2-1 advantage following the Egyptian's 175th top-flight goal, which was achieved through a penalty. Nonetheless, the visitors managed to restore parity ten minutes later when Amad Diallo leveled the score, resulting in a draw.
Salah's contract is set to expire at the end of this summer. Currently, he holds the seventh position in the goalscoring rankings, contributing significantly to Liverpool's attainment of a six-point advantage over Arsenal, who presently occupy second place and have one additional game to compete in.
Despite the anticipation of a severe defeat, the underperforming team led by Ruben Amorim pleasantly surprised by scoring a goal against Liverpool shortly after the second half commenced.
United ended their goal drought at Anfield with Martinez scoring his second goal for the club in sensational fashion.
Cody Gakpo equalized just seven minutes later, beating Matthijs de Ligt and scoring his 10th goal in 15 games on the hour mark.
Liverpool took the lead in the 70th minute with a VAR-awarded penalty due to De Ligt's outstretched arm deflecting Mac Allister's header.
Salah scored his 18th Premier League goal in 19 games by firing the ball low and hard beyond Onana.
The visitors, boosted by the return of Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and Manuel Ugarte, refused to give up.
They earned a point late in the game when Amad scored from a pass by substitute Alejandro Garnacho. They had a chance to win the game, but Harry Maguire missed an easy opportunity in stoppage time.
The draw moved United to 13th spot with 23 points, surpassing West Ham.
Man United captain Fernandes admits fair criticism for lost points, not satisfied with draw, fair result.
ManU manager Amorim: "It's a big issue if someone doubts our ability but questions our character. We must fight and prove them wrong."
Van Dijk said it could have been worse for Liverpool.
