Alexis Mac Allister's late stunner before Cody Gakpo's clincher spared Liverpool blushes as they returned to the top of the Premier League.
After surviving an early scare, Jurgen Klopp's side took a 17th-minute lead when Ivo Grbic's clearance was closed down by Darwin Nunez and rolled into the Sheffield United net.
The home side tried in vain to grab a second and were ultimately made to pay when Gustavo Hamer's header forced an own goal from Conor Bradley.
A nervy few period followed before Mac Allister unleashed his thunderous drive in the 76th minute. Gakpo, on as substitute, expertly steered a header into the corner of the net to make the points safe.
LIVERPOOL (4-3-3)
Caoimhin Kelleher 7
Made some crucial early saves and has now played as many games as Alisson (24) this season but could do nothing to stop Sheffield United’s goal after Gustavo Hamer’s header hit Conor Bradley’s ankle and went through Kelleher’s legs.
Conor Bradley 6.6
Extremely unlucky with the own goal but all in all, another performance full of quality. What a season the 20-year-old is having.
Virgil Van Dijk 7
Reliable, as ever. One of three Liverpool players including Ibrahima Konate and Alexis Mac Allister with at least 100 touches on a night where they made it difficult for themselves despite having 83 per cent possession.
Ibrahima Konate 7
Did his job alongside Van Dijk and would expect the same pairing to start at Old Trafford on Sunday.
Joe Gomez 7
Mr Reliable. Another strong display. Taken off for Curtis Jones in the 73rd minute.
Dominik Szoboszlai 6.5
A good display on and off the ball. Was replaced by Cody Gakpo in the 73rd minute as Liverpool hunted a winner.
Alexis Mac Allister 8
Nominated for Premier League player of the month for March and the Argentinian has started April with a bang. Quality in abundance and capped off with a goal worthy of winning any game.
His strike had shades of Steven Gerrard against Olympiakos and time will tell how crucial it will turn out to be. Mac Allister has now scored or assisted in each of his last six starts.
Ryan Gravenberch 6.5
Didn’t do much wrong but didn’t do anything great either and his replacement after Sheffield United’s equaliser came as no surprise.
Mohamed Salah 6.5
An unusually quiet night for Salah who was taken off by Jurgen Klopp on the hour mark. The Egyptian did not look too happy with his managers decision either but he could hardly complain after the impact Harvey Elliott made.
Darwin Nunez 7.5
Even by his standards, his opening goal surprised everyone but he was rewarded for his trait of never stopping as he pounced on Ivo Grbic’s mistake. Nunez has now been involved in 15 goals (10 goals, five assists) for Liverpool in all competitions in 2024 - the most of any Premier League player.
Luis Diaz 7
Relentless all evening and rewarded with the assist for Mac Allister’s goal.
Subs
Andy Robertson 7.5
Came on for Ryan Gravenberch on the hour mark and made a huge impact down the left flank. Should have scored and got himself an assist late on with the cross for Cody Gakpo’s goal.
Harvey Elliott 6.5
Replaced Mohamed Salah on the hour mark and showed great energy. He teed up Robertson with a superb delivery but the left-back volleyed wide when he should have at least tested the keeper.
Cody Gakpo 7
Showed his worth off the bench with a brilliant header that wrapped up the three points.
Curtis Jones 6.5
Came on to strengthen the midfield and did exactly what was asked of him by Jurgen Klopp.
SHEFFIELD UNITED:
Grbic 7; Bogle 6.5, Holgate 6.5 (Slimane 87), Ahmedhodzic 7, Robinson 7, Trusty 7 (Brooks 78); Souza 7, Arblaster 6, Hamer 7.5; McAtee 7.5 (Osula 63, 6), Brereton Diaz 6 (McBurnie 63, 6).
Rahdlnpsu
1
Salah should not have started against Sheffield in the first place, we all knew they were going to pack the bus and such games are not for a player like Mo Salah!
Riwbdelmnu
0
Blah blah blah, anything objective you have to say ?
how dumb are u? 🤣🤣🤣
Neabenort
0
salah has become predictable. he used to be selfish but scary for the opponent. but now he just selfish
Blah blah blah, anything objective you have to say ?
Sewbclmptu
3
Fake Liverpool fans, if you watched the game you will see how many passes Salah made yesterday to his teammates there upfront. stop being selfish yourself and appreciate him, he gives his best for the team every season and you have been here calling him selfish. please go back to Blackburn instead of being here trolling our players. Gaan slaap...
suzcdinopz
2
the good part is that we won. congratulations, everyone.
mimclorsu
1
for the past two games Salah has been very poor, rusty I most say and selfish. changing him was long over due, he should please work for his fitness.there is no time for favouritism now or senior player thing ' you lost now you are gone.l
That's how football is all about doesn't he is a good player yesterday wasn't in form
laknopruz
0
for the past two games Salah has been very poor, rusty I most say and selfish. changing him was long over due, he should please work for his fitness.there is no time for favouritism now or senior player thing ' you lost now you are gone.l
He change his role alresdy . Now , he often coming to take the ball from mid when before it always Firmino role as false 9 . Not just that , he play without Robbo and Trent ( Liverpool playmaker) . First goal was lucky press Nunez , 2nd goal shoot outside the box not from build-up and only the 3rd from Gakpo is proper Liverpool goal with Robbo assist . If you really watch the match , you see Salah being playmaker for Nunez and Bradley running behind defender.
daheimpsty
1
for the past two games Salah has been very poor, rusty I most say and selfish. changing him was long over due, he should please work for his fitness.there is no time for favouritism now or senior player thing ' you lost now you are gone.l
its ramadan and i understand him..its very difficult to do a job with an empty stomach and thirsty for the whole day..lets see the difference after a week from now..lets go Reds
Linbmnrtu
1
for the past two games Salah has been very poor, rusty I most say and selfish. changing him was long over due, he should please work for his fitness.there is no time for favouritism now or senior player thing ' you lost now you are gone.l
He is on an Empty Stomach Bro
popeyedaman
4
macca remain us Steven Gerard
Juniorpope
0
it's good to sub him earlier 😁
cotaclmtuy
4
for the past two games Salah has been very poor, rusty I most say and selfish. changing him was long over due, he should please work for his fitness.there is no time for favouritism now or senior player thing ' you lost now you are gone.l
Riwbdelmnu
1
salah has become predictable. he used to be selfish but scary for the opponent. but now he just selfish
Champion88
4
Klopp is cooking before he left the club