Arch-rivals Manchester United and Liverpool are set to light up the English Premier League on Sunday night.
The two clubs are currently on entirely different levels in one of the most watched football leagues in the world.
While Liverpool are enjoying one of the finest seasons in their history, beating clubs left, right and centre in all competitions, Manchester United are crumbling.
The hosts sit at the top of the Premier League table at the moment with an impressive 45 points, six ahead of fellow title contenders who have played one more match.
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Moreover, the Arne Slot coached side continues to occupy the first position in the 36-team UEFA Champions League table and are through to the semifinals of the EFL Cup, where a tricky fixture against Tottenham awaits them.
As for Manchester United, they have experienced a lot of challenges on and off the field this season that are yet to be solved even after Ruben Amorim took over the managerial position in November.
The multiple Premier League champions have collected only 22 points this season, an outcome that has seen them occupy the 14 position in the standings.
The above development has made some football experts to argue that if the poor form continues, Manchester United may be finding themselves fighting relegation later in the year.
However, the upcoming tie presents them with a perfect opportunity to silence critics and get their season back on course.
Here are the key details you need to be aware of ahead of the crunch clash.
What time does Liverpool vs Manchester United start?
The fixture is planned to kick off at 7:30 PM East African Time (EAT) on Sunday at the Anfield Stadium.
Liverpool vs Manchester United Team News
Manchester United are expected to miss the services of Luke Shaw, and Mason Mount, who are recovering from thigh and calf injuries respectively.
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In addition, Victor Lindelof is out due an unspecified injury while Marcus Rashford may not play any role in this match since he is said to be battling an illness.
Nevertheless, the return of Portuguese midfielder Bruno Fernandes and his Uruguayan counterpart Manuel Ugarte from suspension will give the Red Devils a huge boost.
As for Liverpool, they will be without Joe Gomes, who picked up a hamstring injury in the huge win over West Ham United.
Furthermore, Sunday’s clash may come early for Ibrahima Konate and Conor Bradley, who have recovered from knee and thigh injuries in that order.
Possible Starting Lineups
Liverpool: Alisson, Trent, Quansah, Van Dijk, Robertson, Szoboszlai, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Diaz, Salah, Nunez
Manchester United: Onana, Yoro, Martinez, Maguire, Mazraoui, Ugarte, Mainoo, Fernandes, Dalot, Diallo, Hojlund
Liverpool vs Manchester United Head-to-head
Manchester United and Liverpool have played each other five times in all competitions since 2023 with the latter registering two wins. A similar number of those matches ended in a draw.
Moreover, Liverpool also had an upper hand in the most recent game between the two sides that was played on September 1, 2024 at the Old Trafford Stadium.
Liverpool: 2
Draws: 2
Manchester United: 1
Liverpool vs Manchester United Current Form (all competitions)
Liverpool: DWWWW
Manchester United: WLLLL
Liverpool vs Manchester United Predictions
The hosts are the favorites to shine in this match because they are enjoying excellent form at the moment and they will be playing in front of the scary Anfield crowd.
However, Manchester United should not be ruled out of picking something from this match since they have experienced players, who have the capability to change the outcome of any game.
Therefore, football supporters need to get ready for an entertaining clash where both sides will create several goal scoring chances.
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