A sixth minute goal from Casemiro took Manchester United closer to securing a Champions League qualification.
The Red Devils defeated AFC Bournemouth by a lone goal to take their league points 69 points.
Meanwhile Liverpool failed to take advantage of their home game against Aston Villa on Saturday evening to boost their top four pursuit.
A 27th minute goal Jacob Ramsey gave the host a difficult task as they fought to equalize.
A 55 minute equalizer by Cody Gakpo was ruled out by the video assistant referee.
Robert Firmino who played his last game for Liverpool would later equalize for the club in the 89minute.
A late fight back by Liverpool to clinch the full point was rebuffed by the away team who held on to secure a point away from home.
