Manchester United beat Liverpool 2-1 at Old Trafford today
Manchester United beat rivals Liverpool 2-1 at Old Trafford thanks to two goals from Marcus Rashford.
The Reds had 68 per cent of possession but were not able to draw level after an Eric Bailly own goal had brought them back into the game midway through the second half.
Souness paid tribute to United’s dogged performance but says it was a surprise Liverpool came away with nothing after dominating the ball most of the game.
“I think (the most frustrating thing is) you have 68 per cent of the ball here at Old Trafford and you go away losing the game,” he said on Sky Sports.
I think the most frustrating thing is you have 68 per cent of the ball here at Old Trafford and you go away losing the game
Graeme Souness on Liverpool losing to Manchester United
“I think it shows you there is more than one way to play football.
“Man United direct, flick-on, young right-back gone to sleep, getting caught out and then a wonderful finish from Marcus Rashford.
“Frustrated, but at the same time there’s a lot to admire about Manchester United’s performance. They’ve showed a resilience the last three games; the Chelsea game, the Crystal Palace game.
“Chelsea were very good here, they did a number on them. They’ve got that never say die attitude.
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Souness was surprised Manchester United won despite Liverpool dominating the ball
“Are they easy on the eye? No they’re not. This crowd are used to seeing Man United dominate the ball and be on the front foot all the time.
“You’ve got to be winning; if you’re not playing well and you’re not dominating the ball and creating the chances, you’ve got to be winning the game and right now they’re doing that.
“But it’s unusual to come to this stadium and see Man United do most of the defending, on the back foot for most of the time.
“But as I said, give them credit for winning the game.”