| Liverpool | Game Stats | Man Utd |
| 20 | Shots | 5 |
| 6 | Shots on Target | 3 |
| 3 | Corners | 3 |
| 61% | Ball Possession | 39% |
Attendance: 44,459.
Benitez's dismal record against the Red Devils continued as Carlos Tevez's goal at the stroke of half-time secured a 1-0 victory for Manchester United, as they seek to keep up the pressure on league leader Arsenal.
Just like in the corresponding fixture last season, Rafa's side dominated their much vaunted opponents, but they succumbed to a sucker punch from Tevez on the stroke of half time. Liverpool created most of the game's best chances and United twice cleared off the line after some nervy moments from Van der Sar, but the defending champions stole the 3 points in one of their few attacks.
The game looked for a goalless draw at half-time until Rooney's scuffed shot found its way to Tevez, who scored from close range. It was a very fortunate goal for United, considering the dominance of the team in Red and their countless chances.
Liverpool continued pounding the United backline after the break, but Rio Ferdinand and Co. defended resolutely to protect the visitor's lead. Benitez tried to inject more venom into Liverpool's attack by introducing Peter Crouch and Ryan Babel, but it was the home side who was almost caught out when Rooney missed the target from eight yards out during a typical United counterattack.
Luckily, Rooney did not have to pay for his costly miss as the Reds could not find the equalizer and Tevez's goal was just enough for United to steal the points again.
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