Liverpool's hopes of a comeback were dashed with a narrow 2-1 defeat to Manchester United, courtesy of a second-half surge from the visitors. Cristiano Ronaldo opened the scoring in the 35th minute, with Manchester United doubling their lead through a 65th-minute penalty from Anthony Martial. A late goal from Mohamed Salah (87') was not enough to salvage a point, with United claiming the crucial three points in the Premier League title chase.