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The rivalry between Liverpool and Leeds United is one of the oldest and most intense in English football. These two historic clubs have faced each other numerous times over the years, with each game showcasing some of the best football in the country. On the 17th of April 2023, the two sides met once again at Anfield for what promised to be an exciting encounter.
18 APRIL 2023
TIME:03:00 PM ET
The match began with Liverpool dominating possession, but Leeds United were quick to counter-attack whenever they had the chance. The visitors came close to scoring in the early minutes, with a shot from Rodrigo that just missed the target. Liverpool responded with a flurry of attacks, but the Leeds United defence held firm.
As the game progressed, it became clear that both sides were evenly matched. Liverpool were trying to unlock the Leeds United defence, but they were struggling to find a way through. Meanwhile, Leeds United were always dangerous on the break, with their pace causing problems for the Liverpool backline. In the 35th minute, Liverpool finally managed to break the deadlock. Sadio Mane picked up the ball on the left-hand side of the box and fired a shot into the top corner, giving the home side the lead. The Liverpool fans erupted in celebration, and it looked like the Reds were going to run away with the game. However, Leeds United had other ideas.
Just five minutes later, they equalised through a brilliant team goal. Raphinha played a one-two with Rodrigo, before firing the ball past the Liverpool goalkeeper. The Leeds United fans in the away end went wild, and the game was back on.
The second half saw both teams continue to push forward in search of a winner. Liverpool came close to scoring on several occasions, with Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino both going close. Leeds United, meanwhile, were always a threat on the counter-attack, and Rodrigo came close to scoring his second goal of the game. In the end, it was Liverpool who managed to grab the winner. In the 85th minute, Firmino received the ball on the edge of the box and fired a shot past the Leeds United goalkeeper. The Anfield faithful erupted in celebration, and it looked like the Reds were going to hold on for the win. However, there was still time for one last twist in the tale.
In the dying seconds of the game, Leeds United were awarded a penalty after a foul by Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk. Rodrigo stepped up to take the spot-kick, but Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker produced a stunning save to secure the win for the home side.
