Erling Haaland finally ended his Anfield hoodoo as Manchester City fought back to draw with Liverpool, keeping their Premier League title hopes alive.
City arrived on Merseyside knowing they could not afford another slip, and they started with purpose. But Liverpool struck first to put the home crowd in full voice and leave Pep Guardiola’s side needing a response.
That reply came after the break. Bernardo Silva produced a vital moment at the right time, stepping up when City needed someone to steady the game and drag them back into it.
Then Haaland did what he had not managed before at Anfield, getting on the scoresheet to silence talk of his struggles in this fixture and ensure City left with something to show for their efforts.
Despite the pressure and the swings in momentum, City stayed in the contest and refused to fold, with key contributions across the pitch helping them navigate a difficult afternoon against one of their biggest rivals.
The draw keeps the title race tight and underlined a familiar message from City: write them off at your own risk.
