Liverpool snatches late draw after Erling Haaland’s opener for Man City

Trent Alexander-Arnold’s late strike gave Liverpool a point at Manchester City in the meeting of the Premier League’s top two at Etihad Stadium.

Erling Haaland drew the first blood as he benefited graciously from Liverpool keeper Alisson’s poor clearance.

The Norwegian made history as he became the fastest player to reach 50 Premier League goals – in his 48th match – and gave their only game through the match.

Despite the 1-1 draw, Pep Guardiola’s team still stands at the top of the Premier League table upon the final whistle.

Speaking after the game, Pep Guardiola says he is ‘incredibly proud’ of his players after the performance against Liverpool.

“We are hungry and upset in the locker room, but it was an incredibly great game,” said Guardiola.

“Statistics or who deserved it more, it doesn’t count. I am going to drink my wine with one point.

“I am incredibly pleased about the performance we played because Liverpool are an incredible team.

“We conceded just two chances against that team. The header in the first half and goal.

“The way we make a build up from Ederson with Ruben, Manu Akanji, Rodri, how they play in these ridiculous spaces…Kyle and Nathan to avoid transitions.

“Our left side was a bit better than our right side. We have incredible players, it’s different to Kevin or Gundogan but our defending of set pieces… everything was a really high standard.

“After eight years, it was really good to perform in that way. I am so proud of my team.

“We travel with the ball all together. We played really good. I know after eight years. I spoke with Jurgen, he knows I admire him.

“Last game against Chelsea, we defended poorly and then had to rely on our keeper.

“The way Liverpool play, we can’t (do that). We don’t have players to play that way.

Guardiola admits he enjoys watching Liverpool, but believes the result is not pivotal for the season with so many games still to play.