Top 5 matches of Liverpool under Klopp: nightmare for Man United

Jurgen Klopp is undoubtedly one of the greatest managers in Liverpool's history. During his tenure at Anfield, the German tactician has provided fans with numerous thrilling matches. Here are the top 5 standout matches of Klopp's leadership at the Merseyside giant.

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5. Liverpool 4-3 Borussia Dortmund - 14/04/2016

The incredible comebacks in European competitions became a trademark of Klopp's era at Anfield, vividly demonstrated in the first encounter against his former club, Borussia Dortmund, in the Europa League quarter-finals.

In the return leg, Dortmund led 3-1 at the 57th minute, meaning Liverpool needed to score three goals to advance. Even the most optimistic fans dared not think the home team could achieve such a feat, given Dortmund's superior performance. But the unthinkable happened.

In the final 25 minutes, star players Philippe Coutinho and Sakho scored two consecutive goals, reigniting hope. Not stopping there, in injury time, Dejan Lovren's header found the net. Anfield erupted in celebration for the miraculous comeback of the "Reds."

4. Liverpool 4-3 Manchester City - 14/1/2018

Liverpool secured a spot in the Champions League in Klopp's first full season at Anfield. They also emerged as strong contenders for the Premier League title, being the main rival to Manchester City.

Liverpool shocked the Etihad Stadium with four goals, leaving the home side bewildered. Despite Manchester City's efforts, they couldn't secure a point.

3. Liverpool 4-0 Barcelona - 7/5/2019

The extraordinary performance in the Champions League semi-final against Barcelona is the clearest evidence of Klopp's genius.

Trailing 0-3 from the first leg and missing stars like Salah and Firmino, Liverpool turned the visit of Barcelona to Merseyside into a "hell." Origi's goal sparked hope before Wijnaldum, coming off the bench in the first half, scored a brace.

Trent Alexander-Arnold's famous quick-corner setup helped Origi score the second goal with over ten minutes left. Messi and teammates had to accept defeat, conceding the ticket to the final to Liverpool.

2. Manchester United 0-5 Liverpool - 24/10/2021

Liverpool's clashes with Manchester United are traditionally intense and fierce in the Premier League era, but the encounter in 2021 was exceptional.

That year, The Kop thoroughly bewildered Ole's unfortunate Red Devils, leading 4-0 at halftime before scoring the fifth in the 50th minute. It was a memorable day for Salah, who completed a hat-trick in this match.

1. Liverpool 7-0 Manchester United - 5/3/2023

The scoreboard says it all. A destructive performance, and nothing is more satisfying than doing it against the fiercest rival in the Premier League. More than anyone, it's not Pep Guardiola but Klopp himself who is the nightmare for Manchester United.