Arne Slot's first visit to Manchester United as Liverpool head coach was billed as his most serious examination since succeeding Jurgen Klopp – but he had every answer to pass the test in style.
The Dutchman has made the daunting task of taking over from such an iconic figure as Klopp look easy. His calm, measured approach and clear authority swiftly settling any nerves among supporters that he might have been asked to replace the irreplaceable.
Slot has enjoyed the perfect Premier League start with victories at Ipswich Town and home to Brentford, but the assignment at Old Trafford was always going to carry the most weight and significance in the minds of Liverpool fans and the outside world.