Bruno Fernandes' impressive return
Nearly two years ago, Bruno Fernandes was heavily criticized after the 0-7 loss to Liverpool. However, his recent performance against The Kop proved that the Portuguese midfielder has learned many lessons and deserves the captain's armband.
After being suspended for the humiliating defeat to Newcastle, Bruno returned and immediately showed his leadership role for Man United, skillfully assisting Lisandro Martinez's opener and then making his mark again with the ball that led to Amad Diallo's equaliser.
Not only is he excellent in terms of skills, the 30-year-old star also shines with his determined fighting spirit and honesty when he frankly asks the question "Why can't the team play well like this more often?". In the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, perhaps no one has contributed more than Bruno Fernandes in pulling Man United through difficult times.
Manuel Ugarte becomes the new "engine" for the midfield
Manuel Ugarte's return from suspension has breathed new life into Man United's midfield. The Uruguayan star has shown quick integration with impressive form, bringing vitality and balance to the squad.
Amorim is trying to rotate his squad to avoid injury problems but he needs to find a way to get Ugarte, Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes playing together more often. With his current potential, the 23-year-old midfielder could be a decisive factor for The Red Devils for the rest of the season.
Harry Maguire is the leader of Man United's defense
Harry Maguire faced a lot of criticism and pressure when he was stripped of the captaincy. However, the England star is having a strong revival every time he has the chance to play. After an excellent match against Man City, the 31-year-old centre-back continued to show impressive form at Anfield, despite missing a chance to score late in the match.
Manchester United have extended Harry Maguire's contract and praised his fighting spirit. The former Leicester City player has become a solid support in the defense and a role model for his teammates.
Joshua Zirkzee and the support from fans
Joshua Zirkzee has endured a difficult week as he has been jeered by his own Old Trafford fans. However, at Anfield, Man United fans have shown strong support for the Dutch striker.
Although Zirkzee still lacked confidence and accuracy in some situations, the encouragement from the stands helped him gain more confidence. This shows the importance of unity between players and fans, especially when the Manchester team is in a period of transformation.
Alejandro Garnacho still played well when coming on as a substitute
Alejandro Garnacho proved effective when he was brought on in the 72nd minute. The Argentine striker quickly took advantage of a gap on Liverpool's right wing to set up Amad Diallo to score the equalizer.
Despite previous rumours of discontent between Garnacho and Amorim, this appearance shows that the 2004-born star still retains the trust of the Portuguese captain. Garnacho still has a lot to learn but his potential is undeniable.
The effectiveness of Ruben Amorim's training method
Ruben Amorim has made good use of his week working with his players ahead of the Anfield game, with United showing improvement in possession, attack and defensive transition.
Implementing a new tactical system mid-season has not been easy, but the 39-year-old is making a positive difference. Training sessions that focus more on details, from set-pieces to transitions, have yielded clear results.
