In years to come, Harry Maguire’s redemption arc will be studied. More immediately, it should be used as the template for his manager and many of his Manchester United team-mates.

While the public backing from Sir Jim Ratcliffe, as well as private support from Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox, has been there, this was a result to ease the external pressure. Coming on a first visit to a venue that now bears new signage marking Liverpool’s 20 league titles, the same number as United’s record, adds extra substance.

The defender proved to be the difference between Man Utd and Liverpool with some unyielding defending and yet another late goal to add to his recent collection.