'We'll win the league if...' — Usain Bolt reacts to Manchester United's display against Liverpool

Usain Bolt demands more stability and consistency from Manchester United.

'We'll win the league if...' — Usain Bolt reacts to Manchester United's display against Liverpool

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 10:57 - 06.01.2025

Jamaican and athletics icon Usain Bolt has reacted to Manchester United's impressive performance against Liverpool.

Olympic legend Usain Bolt has expressed his admiration for Manchester United's performance in their latest Premier League clash against rivals Liverpool, which ended in an exhilarating 2-2 draw at Anfield on Sunday.

In a match that showed a rare tenacity from the Red Devils, United managed to put their recent struggles behind them to secure a hard-fought point against the league leaders.

The game was an intense battle between the bitter rivals, with Amad Diallo scoring a dramatic late equaliser to send the visiting fans into a frenzy.

Liverpool began the match strongly, dominating possession and creating several chances. However, United's defence, led by goalkeeper Andre Onana, held firm, with the Cameroonian making crucial saves to keep the score level at halftime.

Usain Bolt with some of his medals.

The second half took an unexpected turn when United took the lead, thanks to a stunning strike from an unlikely source, Lisandro Martinez, who scored against the run of play.

Liverpool quickly responded, with former United target Cody Gakpo leveling the score before Mohamed Salah converted a penalty, putting the hosts ahead.

Mohamed Salah scored against Man United again.

Just when it seemed Liverpool would secure another vital victory against the Red Devils, Amad Diallo the back of the net in the dying moments of the match, ensuring United walked away with a point.

In a dramatic finale, Harry Maguire nearly snatched all three points for United, but his shot went over the crossbar, leaving both teams to share the spoils.

Amad Diallo netted a late equaliser for Manchester United against Liverpool (Credit: Imago)

Following the match, Bolt, a passionate Manchester United supporter, took to social media to share his excitement. He called for consistency from the team, stating;

“If we can play with this fight every game @ManUtd will win the league.”

Usain Bolt wants more consistency from Man United.

The result lifts Manchester United to 13th place in the Premier League table, just above West Ham, providing a much-needed boost for manager Ruben Amorim's side as they look to build on this performance in the coming weeks.