International Champions Cup: Manchester United 1-4 Liverpool — 5 talking points

Liverpool defeated Manchester United by 4 goals to 1 in a friendly fixture
Liverpool defeated Manchester United by 4 goals to 1 in a friendly fixture

#2 Stunning introduction to big man Xherdan Shaqiri

Shaqiri hit the back of the net by superb overhead effort
Shaqiri hit the back of the net by a superb overhead effort

The star man of the show on Saturday was Liverpool's new signing, Xherdan Shaqiri, who stole the entire show with simply a 'moment of magic'. The 26-year-old Swiss international came off the bench in the second half and stunningly introduced himself with a superb overhead strike.

The Swiss winger instantly coped up with the pace of the game and provided an assist to Daniel Sturridge, which saw the Reds regain their lead over Manchester United. The 26-year-old converted Ben Woodburn's cross into a goal in an acrobatic style and it led to the demolition of the Red Devils.

Liverpool's move of signing the Swiss from Stoke City in a deal amounting to the extent of around £13 million, had previously elicited mixed reactions. But now the new signing looks a very promising one and his incredible performance against Manchester United gives a slight indication about what he can offer to the Red half of Merseyside.

Xherdan Shaqiri has an immense trait of creativity and can ply his trade on both the flanks. The winger is widely said to be a bargain buy by the Anfield club and can also work as an excellent stockpile in crucial and decisive fixtures.

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