“I admit it, I was wrong to underestimate him like that. He exceeded my expectations. He definitely deserves all the accolades he is getting. He was simply unstoppable against Liverpool” – This is according to Paul Scholes as he accepts that he was completely disproven as ‘exceptional’ Manchester United star excels against Liverpool

Manchester United showed resilience under Ruben Amorim at Anfield, securing a hard-fought 2-2 draw in a thrilling Super Sunday encounter.

Liverpool appeared poised to claim all three points after Mo Salah converted a penalty, but a scrappy finish from the in-form Amad Diallo salvaged a point for United. For the traveling fans, it was a promising display, hinting that Amorim may be steering the team in the right direction.

A standout moment came when Argentine defender Lisandro Martinez hammered in the opening goal in front of the away supporters. Martinez, whose form has been under scrutiny this season, stepped up with his first goal of the campaign and delivered a solid performance on the left side of the defense.

In doing so, he defied pre-match doubts from former United midfielder Paul Scholes, who had predicted a challenging outing for Martinez against Salah.

Lisandro Martinez Silences Critics with Anfield Display

While Martinez’s goal was the highlight, his overall defensive performance showcased his determination to thwart Liverpool’s attacking threats, including Salah and Cody Gakpo. Scholes had expressed skepticism, stating before the game, “When you think about Lisandro Martinez against Mo Salah on the United left, I don’t see how he stops him.” However, Martinez’s commanding display proved Scholes wrong.

Luke Shaw’s Praise for Martinez Vindicated

Luke Shaw had previously hailed Martinez as “unbelievable,” a description the Argentine defender lived up to at Anfield. Reflecting on Martinez’s impact, Shaw remarked, “(He has been) unbelievable, to be honest. His left foot is exceptional, and his aggression and passion are vital for the team. We need him in that backline.”

Despite early-season inconsistencies, Martinez demonstrated his worth with a performance that gave manager Ruben Amorim plenty to consider. As Amorim looks to build momentum, he will undoubtedly hope for more displays like this from the Argentine defender.