Sheffield United manager’s first game back in charge ended in defeat as Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory on Wednesday night.

Despite a hard-fought clash from Sheffield, moments of class from Liverpool’s Virgil Van Dijk and Dominik Szoboszlai, made the difference.

Van Dijk, Szoboszlai seal Liverpool's 2-0 win against Sheffield United — Liverpool won Sheffield United 2-0 in the midweek game – Getty image

Early in the game, Sheffield United matched Liverpool’s approach. However, Liverpool gradually took control of the game, and Van Dijk opened the scoring with a fine finish following Trent Alexander-Arnold’s corner in the 37th minute.

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The Blades displayed resilience, making it challenging for Liverpool to score another. Still, Szoboszlai secured the winner for Jurgen Klopp’s side with a goal deep into stoppage time.

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