Harry Maguire scored a late header to hand Manchester United a massively important 2-1 Premier League victory over rivals Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot insists British record signing Alexander Isak's season starts now, with the striker fully up to speed having missed pre-season amid his lengthy transfer saga.
Jurgen Klopp has come to the defence of Florian Wirtz, calling him a "once-in-a-century talent" despite the midfielder's slow start at Liverpool, and urging patience as the young star finds his footing.
Liverpool's injury woes deepened after Ryan Gravenberch was forced off during the Netherlands' 4–0 win over Finland, leaving Arne Slot facing another setback ahead of a crucial run of fixtures.
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has defended attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz slow start with Liverpool since joining the club in the summer.
Liverpool's Conor Bradley has been ruled out of Northern Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Germany after picking up a suspension, capping off a mixed evening for the club's international stars.