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Liverpool humbled Manchester United 4-1 in the 2018 International Champions Cup at Michigan Stadium on Saturday.
Sadio Mane opened the scoring for the Reds after a foul by Mohamed Salah after 27 minutes of play, but Andreas Pereira's free kick equalized the score moments later [19659004] Liverpool dominated the second period. The Red Devils deflated, with strikes by Daniel Sturridge, Sheyi Ojo and Xherdan Shaqiri winning the UEFA Champions League finalists.
Pereira could have a major impact on the coming term
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] After loaning spells to Grenada and Valencia in the Liga, Pereira could be ready for a breakthrough in the Premier League for United
The Red Devils often failed to create and find room in their match against the giants. Anfield, but the young Brazilian was a breath of fresh air when he was on the ball.
Alexis Sanchez was full of race and effort
The football writer Liam Canning tweeted that he was impressed by the 22-year-old man: [19659012] Liam Canning @ LiamPaulCanning
Was so impressed by Andreas Pereira during this pre-season. Feet silky and has a great awareness both defensively and offensively. Should be kept at the club this season – could play an important role.
However, the lack of first-team players severely hampered United and Liverpool was offered a lot of freedom when they produced a rhythm trick.
Sanchez was isolated from United's midfield, and the Reds had an easy day at the office as they won the victory.
Liverpool looks like real title contenders
Manager Jurgen Klopp will purr as his new talents mingle with his existing stars, Salah and Mane impressing alongside Fabinho and Shaqiri
An impressive chemistry is present on Liverpool, and each attack has had its purpose and vigor all throughout the game.
Shaqiri af had his bow in the second half on the bench, and the diminutive talent produced a clever help for Sturridge before scoring
The moment drew the huge crowd, with the packed stadium for the ICC game: [19659023] International Champions Cup @ IntChampionsCup
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Sturridge's goal will offer England's international hope after an injury that has narrowed his career, offering Shaqiri a helping hand to the attacker.
Ojo was awarded a penalty after Andrew Robertson was fouled after 74 minutes, but he was left to Shaqiri to steal the show with a beautiful bicycle eight minutes from the final whistle.
United needs Fred to run on the ground
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The International Brazilian made his debut for United in his second half, and Red Devils manager Jose Mourinho needs his new signature to have a new impact.
The Old Trafford club was mediocre compared to its bitter rivals, and Liverpool had extra motivation against a dull opponent.
Fred will bring his technical talent Mourinho was clearly missing from his technical area.
United looks forward to the return of Paul Pogba after winning the FIFA World Cup with France and his new partners. hip with Fred will dictate the fortune of Mourinho in the coming months.
Next Steps
Both sides continue their pre-season engagements, Liverpool playing Napoli on August 4 and United against Real Madrid on Tuesday.
