Despite a recent 2-1 defeat in the Europa League against Union Saint-Gilloise, their performance in the Premier League has been impressive
The upcoming Premier League clash between Liverpool and Manchester United on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at Anfield promises to be a high-stakes encounter.
Kick-off is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. WAT.
Liverpool's Current Form and Lineup
Liverpool has been in excellent form, currently topping the Premier League standings. Despite a recent 2-1 defeat in the Europa League against Union Saint-Gilloise, their performance in the Premier League has been impressive.
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21:04 - 14.12.2023
Liverpool prepare for Manchester United clash with shock Europa League loss
With many of their star players resting ahead of the Manchester United match this weekend, Liverpool were beaten by Union Saint-Gilloise in their final Europa League match
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12:27 - 14.12.2023
Mo Salah to extend impressive record against PL strugglers Manchester United
Mohamed Salah and Liverpool will host bitter rivals Manchester United in a keenly anticipated Premier League clash this weekend at Anfield.
They are unbeaten in their last seven home matches against Manchester United, with a notable 11 goals scored in their previous two games against them at Anfield. Liverpool has also won all seven matches at Anfield this season, marking their best start to a league season at home since 2019-20. Key players like Darwin Nunez and Mohamed Salah are expected to play pivotal roles.
However, they will be without Alexis Mac Allister due to a knee injury, along with Andy Robertson, Thiago Alcantara, and Diogo Jota, who are also ruled out.
Manchester United's Current Form and Lineup
On the other hand, Manchester United has been facing challenges, currently sitting sixth in the league. They come off a 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth and a narrow loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Last year, they suffered a heavy 7-0 defeat in the same fixture, highlighting the struggles they've been facing.
United could be without several key players, including Bruno Fernandes (suspended), Casemiro, Christian Eriksen, Lisandro Martinez, and potentially Marcus Rashford, who missed the Bayern match due to illness. Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw also suffered injuries in the same game. The team's form and injury woes make them the underdogs for this clash.
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Historical Head-to-Head and Rivalry
Manchester United historically has a better record against Liverpool, with 82 wins out of 211 matches, compared to Liverpool's 71 victories. However, Liverpool has dominated recent encounters, especially at Anfield.
Playing Styles and Tactics
Under Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool is known for its high-pressing and attacking football, which will likely be on full display, especially at home. Manchester United, managed by Erik ten Hag, may adopt a more cautious approach, especially given their recent defensive issues and the need to rebound from European disappointment.
Betting Tips and Predictions
Betting tips suggest a Liverpool win, with the possibility of over 2.5 goals in the game. Mohamed Salah is a favorite to score, given his record against United. The prediction leans towards a Liverpool win, potentially with a clean sheet. However, football is unpredictable, and United's quality could always spring a surprise.
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14:17 - 15.12.2023
Arsenal vs Brighton: Match preview, team news and prediction
Brighton's current form and historical success at the Emirates, an upset cannot be completely ruled out.
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14:00 - 15.12.2023
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace: Match preview, team news and prediction
The last time Palace defeated City at the Etihad Stadium was in October 2021, with a 2-0 victory.
Conclusion, Time and Where to watch
Given both teams' current form and Liverpool's strength at home, a Liverpool victory seems likely, though Manchester United always has the potential to upset the odds.
The match time is 6:45 pm WAT, and for Nigerian viewers, it's best to check local sports channels, like SuperSports, for live coverage closer to the match.
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