The clash between the two northern rivals takes place this Sunday at Anfield, as title favourites Liverpool host struggling Manchester United on Merseyside.
Under the guidance of coach Arne Slot, Liverpool are leading the Premier League table with a gap of up to 23 points compared to their arch-rivals, while the "Red Devils" Manchester United continue to worry when looking back.
Latest Liverpool vs MU squad information
Liverpool's win over West Ham was overshadowed by Joe Gomez's muscle injury, which will keep him out for several weeks. However, manager Arne Slot confirmed in his pre-match press conference that Ibrahima Konate (knee) and Conor Bradley (thigh) will return to full training on Friday.
The duo have only had a maximum of two days of training after more than a month of treatment, though, so Slot could opt to partner Jarell Quansah with Virgil van Dijk on Sunday, unless Konate can prove fit quickly.
Liverpool could also recall Dominik Szoboszlai after he served a one-match suspension at the London Stadium, although Curtis Jones will not be given a place easily after assisting Salah's 17th Premier League goal on December 29.
On Manchester United's side, the duo Manuel Ugarte and Bruno Fernandes will return from suspension and can immediately join coach Ruben Amorim's starting lineup.
Kobbie Mainoo could also continue to feature, following a fine performance in replacing Zirkzee, who will make way for veteran midfielders Casemiro and Christian Eriksen.
Wanted-out Marcus Rashford has returned to the squad after a brief spell out, while Mason Mount (thigh), Victor Lindelof (unspecified injury) and Luke Shaw (calf) will miss out.
Latest expected lineup for Liverpool vs MU
Liverpool:
Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Quansah, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Diaz
Manchester United:
Onana; Yoro, Maguire, Martinez; Mazraoui, Mainoo, Ugarte, Dalot; Diallo, Fernandes; Hojlund
Latest football commentary Liverpool vs MU
As Arsenal, Chelsea and Nottingham Forest battle for the top spot, Liverpool have yet to experience the decline many had predicted for Arne Slot's side. They finished 2024 in impressive fashion, starting 2025 by scoring five goals against West Ham United on 29 December.
Luis Diaz, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Diogo Jota, Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo all scored as Liverpool secured a fourth successive win in all competitions and extended their unbeaten run to 23 games, since their only defeat this season.
Liverpool have not lost since Nottingham Forest's win at Anfield in mid-September, and their impressive form has seen them move six points clear of Arsenal at the top of the table, with a game in hand.
Liverpool head into Sunday's game looking to score at least twice in their 12th consecutive Premier League game, having scored three or more goals in each of their last three wins. Despite some defensive issues on the road, the win over West Ham ended a run of four games without a clean sheet in all competitions and saw them claim the best home record in the Premier League.
While Liverpool were rejoicing with a four-match winning streak, Ruben Amorim's Manchester United faced disappointment with their fourth consecutive defeat, being beaten 2-0 at home by Newcastle United on December 30.
In a nightmare first half, Alexander Isak and Joelinton showed their strength in the air, before Joshua Zirkzee was substituted early, a change that improved United slightly but was not enough to turn the game around.
With a third successive home defeat, United are now just seven points above the relegation zone and in 14th place, a predicament they have not seen for years. Meanwhile, they have failed to score against Bournemouth and Wolverhampton Wanderers, and are in danger of becoming the first team in nearly 116 years to fail to score in four consecutive Premier League games.
Despite the difficulties, the history between the two teams is not as lopsided as many might think. Liverpool have only beaten Man United once in their last four meetings, and last season’s game ended in a 0-0 draw despite 34 shots. However, the 3-0 win at Old Trafford in September was still an impressive one, with Salah shining in that game.
Liverpool vs MU score prediction
Based on the above football comments, we and the world's leading football sites have given the following results for the Liverpool vs MU match:
- Sportsmole: Liverpool 3-0 MU
- WhoScore: Liverpool 2-0 MU
- Our prediction: Liverpool 3-1 MU
When and where to watch Liverpool vs MU live?
To watch the Liverpool vs MU match live in the Premier League taking place at 11:30 p.m. on January 5, viewers can watch on K+ Sport, K+PM or online sports channels. Wishing viewers happy football watching moments.
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