Liverpool vs Man City Preview, Prediction and Betting Tips
- Date: 10 March, Sunday
- Kick-off Time: 15:45 GMT
- Stadium: Anfield
Liverpool vs Manchester City Preview
Following their thrilling 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest last Saturday, Liverpool FC are gearing up for a crucial showdown against Manchester City this coming Sunday, with hopes of maintaining their position at the top of the Premier League standings. However, the timing of the fixture couldn’t be worse for Jurgen Klopp’s side, as they face a packed schedule with their Europa League first-leg match against Sparta Prague just three days prior and a growing list of injuries.
On the other hand, Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, who faced Copenhagen in the Champions League and won their game, will have an additional day of rest and preparation. With only one point behind Liverpool FC following their impressive 3-1 victory over Manchester United, City are poised to make a strong challenge for the top spot.
This highly anticipated match could have significant implications for the destination of the Premier League trophy in May, promising an electrifying atmosphere at Anfield as both teams vie for victory.
Liverpool vs Man City Team News
Liverpool
Liverpool’s injury concerns persist, but there have been some positive developments in recent weeks.
Darwin Nunez and Dominik Szoboszlai, both of whom made impactful returns from the bench against Forest, are in contention to start against Manchester City this Sunday. Additionally, Mohamed Salah is edging closer to full fitness and may feature on the bench.
Ryan Gravenberch, who suffered a ligament injury following a challenge in the Carabao Cup final, is recovering well and could potentially play a role against City, as his injury is less severe than initially feared.
However, key players such as Trent Alexander-Arnold, Alisson, Diogo Jota, Curtis Jones, and Thiago remain sidelined as they continue their rehabilitation.
Manchester City
Pep Guardiola enjoys the luxury of having nearly a full squad at his disposal for the crucial clash.
The absentees for Manchester City will be Matheus Nunes and Jack Grealish, who is sidelined due to a groin injury.
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Liverpool vs Man City Predicted Lineups
Predicted Liverpool FC Lineup
(4-3-3): Kelleher; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Endo, Elliott, Mac Allister; Gakpo, Nunez, Diaz
Predicted Manchester City Lineup
(3-2-4-1): Ederson, Walker, Dias, Ake, Rodri, Stones, Foden, Alvarez, De Bryune, Silva, Haaland.
Liverpool vs Man City Head-to-Head
The rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester City is deeply entrenched in English football history, with their head-to-head encounters being among the most frequent.
In 139 meetings, Liverpool has historically held the edge, winning 67 matches, which accounts for 48.2% of the fixtures. Manchester City has emerged victorious on 33 occasions, with the remaining encounters resulting in draws.
In the Premier League era, Liverpool FC maintains a superior record, securing 21 victories out of 53 clashes, compared to City’s 12, with 20 draws between them.
However, Liverpool’s recent performances against City have been less favorable. Their last victory came in October 2022 at Anfield, where Mohamed Salah’s goal secured a 1-0 win.
Notably, City has only managed to win twice at Anfield in Premier League history, with their most recent victory being a 4-1 triumph in February 2021.
In their previous encounter in November 2023, Trent Alexander-Arnold salvaged a 1-1 draw for Liverpool FC at the Etihad Stadium.
Last 5 Meet Ups:
- 30 Jul 2022 Liverpool v Man City W 3-1 FA Community Shield
- 16 Oct 2022 Liverpool v Man City W 1-0 Premier League
- 22 Dec 2022 Liverpool v Man City L 2-3 Carabao Cup
- 01 Apr 2023 Man City v Liverpool L 4-1 Premier League
- 25 Nov 2023 Man City v Liverpool D 1-1 Premier League
Prediction
Given the historic competitiveness of matches between Klopp and Guardiola’s teams, goals are almost guaranteed.
Considering the narrow gap of three points between the top two teams, a draw in this fixture wouldn’t necessarily be detrimental to either side’s aspirations.
Prediction: Liverpool 2-2 Manchester City
Liverpool vs Man City Betting Tips and Odds
For those looking to place bets on the Liverpool vs. Manchester City match, here are some tips:
Liverpool and Manchester City to Draw – Odds of 14/5 with William Hill: Given the closely contested nature of this fixture and the stakes involved, betting on a draw could yield profitable returns.
Both Teams to Score – Odds of 1/2 with William Hill: Considering the attacking prowess of both teams and their ability to find the back of the net consistently, betting on both teams to score seems like a safe bet.
Under 2.5 Goals – Odds of 6/4 with Bet365: While matches between Liverpool and Manchester City often produce goals, this particular encounter might see fewer goals than expected due to the high stakes and the tactical battle between the two sides.
Where to watch Liverpool vs Manchester City
Here’s where you can catch the Liverpool vs. Manchester City match on TV
United Kingdom: Sky Sports will broadcast the game live.
Canada: FUBO covers all Premier League games.
United States: Various NBC networks will air the match.
Europe: DAZN and Viaplay have the rights to broadcast the game.
LFCTV will provide match commentary, highlights, and full match replays worldwide after the game.