Premier League: Man Utd vs Liverpool, the highest scoring matches of all time
Manchester United Erik ten Hag
There are few rivalries in football that can match the intensity of Manchester United vs Liverpool. The clash between the two clubs has defined eras, with their performances setting the bar for excellence in the sport.
Over the years the game has seen some exciting, high-scoring clashes, dating back to their First Division days. With both teams now maintaining consistent figures in the Premier League, the rivalry has only intensified and the stakes have never been higher.
From Fernando Torres to Wayne Rooney, both teams have won many games over the seasons, but some games are better remembered by fans than others.
Here are some high-scoring clashes between Man Utd and Liverpool:
| Manchester United vs Liverpool Highest Scoring Matches of All Time | |||
| Date | Agreement | Score | Competition |
|
January 4, 1994 |
Liverpool vs Manchester United |
‘3-3 |
Eredivisie |
|
September 19, 2010 |
Manchester United vs Liverpool |
3-2 |
Eredivisie |
|
May 13, 2021 |
Manchester United vs Liverpool |
2-4 |
Eredivisie |
|
March 5, 2023 |
Liverpool vs Manchester United |
7-0 |
Eredivisie |
|
March 17, 2024 |
Manchester United vs Liverpool |
4-3 |
FA Cup |
LIV 3-3 MUN (January 4, 1994)
Despite taking a comfortable three-goal lead away from home, thanks to some fine finishing from Man Utd, Liverpool still managed to score an equaliser, making for an exciting match for the neutral spectators.
MUN 3-2 LIV (September 19, 2010)
This match will forever be remembered by Manchester United fans for Dimitar Berbatov’s magnificent bicycle kick on a day when his magnificent hat-trick had sunk the Merseysiders. Gerrard’s brace wasn’t enough as Sir Alex secured a home win to cherish.
MUN 2-4 LIV (May 13, 2021)
With fans unable to watch the action in the stadium due to Covid restrictions, the Reds ran out comfortable 4-2 winners despite United opening the scoring on the night, with Roberto Firmino’s brace helping Liverpool to a vital away win.
LIV 7-0 MUN (March 5, 2023)
A match that shocked Manchester United fans last season when the ‘Red Devils’ suffered a humiliating 7-0 defeat to their rivals away. Braces from Darwin Nunez, Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah helped the Reds record their biggest win against their rivals.
MUN 4-3 LIV (March 17, 2024)
Last season’s FA Cup quarter-finals couldn’t have been better than this, as Old Trafford witnessed a thrilling 4-3 draw in Manchester United’s favour. The game was tied at 2-2 after normal time, with Liverpool’s shaky defence giving away a late winner in extra time, courtesy of Amad Diallo. United also defeated another rival, City, in the final.
First publication: 01 Sep 2024 | 13:01 IST