The belief is back in Manchester United's camp after their morale-boosting win over Liverpool. Erik ten Hag's team seemed down and out at the start of the season after a 2-1 defeat against Brighton and the subsequent 4-0 humiliation at Brentford.
A massive protest by United fans against the club's owners the Glazer family before Monday's game at Old Trafford added to the sense of despondency.
With their backs to the wall, United put in a spirited performance against Jurgen Klopp's side. Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Anthony Elanga formed an attacking triumvirate that gave United the pace and energy they has previously lacked.
Defender Raphael Varane made his first start this season alongside new recruit Lisandro Martinez with Ten Hag's decision to drop captain Harry Maguire paying off.