Manchester, May 3 -- An epic 77th-minute winner from Kobbie Mainoo helped Manchester United overcome a fightback from Liverpool, securing a 3-2 win at Old Trafford in their Premier League match on Sunday.

Sitting in third place, Manchester United has confirmed its spot for the UEFA Champions League. Liverpool sits in the fourth spot, with plenty to do.

A left-footed shot from Matheus Cunha off the back of Alexis Mac Allister and beyond Freddie Woodman gave The Red Devils an early lead in the sixth minute.

Later in the 14th over, Benjamin Sesko doubled the lead after Bruno Fernandes' centre was pushed his way by Woodman.

However, in the second half, Liverpool started making inroads, with Dominik Szoboszlai (47th minute) and Cody Gakpo ...