Liverpool, currently holding second place in the Premier League, are determined to halt their recent slump as they prepare to face Manchester United this Sunday.
Under the guidance of Arne Slot, Liverpool trail league leaders Arsenal by just one point. Meanwhile, Manchester United are eager to end their eight-match winless streak away from home (comprising two draws and six defeats) and deal another blow to their rivals.
Preview: Liverpool vs Manchester United
Last season, Liverpool managed to avoid a second league loss until the 31st round, but this campaign has seen them suffer two defeats within the first seven matches.
Their troubles have deepened with three straight losses across all competitions, including a narrow 1-0 defeat to Galatasaray in the Champions League.
Conversely, Manchester United ended their poor run with a 2-0 triumph over Sunderland at Old Trafford just before the international break.
Ruben Amorim‘s side has alternated between victories and defeats in their last five matches and will be looking to achieve consecutive league wins for the first time in a while.
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Historical Rivalry: Liverpool vs Manchester United
In the previous 14 league clashes, Liverpool have suffered just one loss to Manchester United, boasting seven wins and six draws. The Red Devils have found it tough at Anfield, failing to secure a victory in their last nine league visits (five draws and four defeats).
If Liverpool maintain their unbeaten streak at home once more, they will equal Chelsea’s decade-long record from 2002 to 2012 of going ten or more consecutive home league games without defeat against the same opponent.
Team News Before Kickoff
Liverpool will be without their goalkeeper Alisson, who is anticipated to return only next month. Furthermore, Ibrahima Konate’s availability remains doubtful after he pulled out of the French national squad during the international break.
Mohamed Salah, who holds the record for the most Premier League goal involvements against Manchester United with 19, will be eager to add to his tally.
Giovanni Leoni continues to be sidelined long-term due to an ACL injury, and Wataru Endo is questionable, though the remainder of the squad appears fit and ready.
Manchester United might welcome back Noussair Mazraoui, although Ayden Heaven remains doubtful.
Lisandro Martinez is still on the mend from a knee injury, and there are ongoing concerns about Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, Amad Diallo, and Matheus Cunha, all of whom missed training on Thursday.
Expected Starting Elevens
Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Mamardashvili – Szoboszlai, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez – Gravenberch, Jones – Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo – Ekitike
Manchester United (3-4-2-1): Lammens – Yoro, De Ligt, Shaw – Dalot, Fernandes, Ugarte, Dorgu – Mbeumo, Mount – Sesko
Game Analysis and Betting Tips
With a formidable home record against Manchester United, Liverpool are the clear favorites heading into this match. Nevertheless, the visitors may capitalize on some defensive vulnerabilities Liverpool have shown this season.
Still, the attacking threat posed by Liverpool’s frontline, spearheaded by Salah alongside Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike, is likely to prove decisive.
Predicted Result: Liverpool 3-2 Manchester United
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