Liverpool vs Sheffield United Paused Momentarily for Players Observing Ramadan to Break Their Fast

• Premier League game is stopped after twenty-five minutes for Ramadan players
• Several Liverpool stars were seen eating on the touchline against Sheffield United
• The Islamic holy month commenced on the evening of Sunday, March 10

The Premier League match between Liverpool and Sheffield United paused briefly to accommodate the Muslim players observing Ramadan, allowing them to break their fast.

In the 25th minute, Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Ibrahima Konate, along with Sheffield United's defender Anel Ahmedhodzic, took a moment to replenish. However, such gestures are not uncommon in the English top-flight this season.

There has been a protocol established to enable Muslim players to observe their fast during a match, since 2021, Liverpool Echo reported.

Among the players on Jurgen Klopp's side observing the Ramadan are Mohamed Salah and Ibrahima Konate. Previously, Sadio Mane and Naby Keita also benefited from such breaks.

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The Islamic holy month commenced on the evening of Sunday, March 10, and will continue until April 9. Those who observe this month will abstain from eating or drinking between approximately 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Liverpool hosted the relegation-threatened side in hopes of reclaiming the top spot in the Premier League.

On Wednesday, Arsenal regained their position at the summit with a 2-0 victory over Luton Town, per Sky Sports.

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Alexis Mac Allister's stunning goal propelled Liverpool back to the summit of the Premier League, inspiring a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Sheffield United on Thursday.

Despite early setbacks, including conceding an own goal, Mac Allister's superb strike from outside the box calmed the nerves at Anfield. Cody Gakpo's late goal secured the win and three crucial points for Jurgen Klopp's side.

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In a potentially decisive night in the title race, Liverpool edged two points ahead of second-placed Arsenal, with eight games remaining for each team involved in the intense battle for the top spot.

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Sports Brief also reported on Darwin Nunez showcasing his sportsmanship in Sunday's match against Brighton and Hove Albion, as Liverpool secured a vital win.

After being substituted, the Uruguayan forward noticed a young ballboy holding up a sign requesting his shirt.

Without hesitation, Nunez handed over his match-worn shirt to ball boy, displaying a gesture of kindness and appreciation towards the young fan.