Kobbie Mainoo scored a late winner as Manchester United edged Liverpool 3-2 in a thrilling Premier League clash at Old Trafford to officially secure qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League.
United looked to be cruising after racing into a two-goal lead before halftime, but Liverpool responded strongly in the second half through Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo, who both found the net to restore parity.
With the game heading toward a draw, Mainoo stepped up to deliver the decisive moment, firing home the winner to send the Old Trafford crowd into celebration.
The victory guarantees Manchester United a top-five finish in the Premier League, confirming their return to Europe’s elite competition next season.
Erik ten Hag’s side now join Arsenal and Manchester City as the teams that have mathematically secured Champions League qualification, while Liverpool still face a tense battle in the remaining fixtures to book their own place.
