For the millions of Reds watching throughout the world, there was plenty to get their teeth into.
After such an exhilarating game, we’ve rounded up the major talking points from a hectic afternoon at Old Trafford...
A UNITED FIRST
Saturday’s game was the first competitive match the Reds have ever played in the month of July. Sadly, the weather didn’t match the occasion and it was a grey, gloomy affair in Manchester. The encounter was also significant because it marked the first 15:00 BST United kick-off in the league to be broadcast live in the UK.