Can Liverpool contend for the title? Expert opinions after the game against Manchester United

The match between Liverpool and Manchester United ended in a draw. The game was part of the 17th round of the English Premier League, and the spectators at Anfield Road didn't witness any goals.

After the game, experts from Sky Sports shared their thoughts on the teams. Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher credited the visitors and praised their defensive play. He also raised doubts about whether Liverpool can compete for the title.

"Many people are pondering whether this Liverpool squad is good enough to win the title. The results might suggest it is, but the performances on the field say otherwise. However, credit to Manchester United. They defended well and denied Liverpool opportunities to score."

On the other hand, legendary Manchester United player Gary Neville expressed before the game that he didn't hold hope for Ten Hag's side to secure points and anticipated a confident win for Liverpool. Yet, after the match, he commended United.

"For Ten Hag, this will be a huge relief after a terrible week. They showed character and fought till the end. But Liverpool was poor and played well below their capabilities."

Former Man United captain Roy Keane believes Liverpool might have assumed they would confidently win and possibly underestimated their opponents.

"It's a start, a rebuilding job. But the problems persist. The lack of goals, injuries, the lack of power. Perhaps this match was challenging for Liverpool as they might have played with the assumption that winning wouldn't be too difficult."

Following this game, Liverpool slipped behind the Gunners and settled in the second position, only ahead of Aston Villa on additional criteria.