Liverpool have a troublesome process forward of them to cease an in-form Man United workforce who go to Anfield on Sunday.
Liverpool vs. Man United
Premier League (25) | AnfieldMarch 5, 2023 | 4.30 pm (GMT)
The outdated rivals are again at Anfield.
Liverpool have had the higher of the house fixture in current occasions, not shedding since 2016.
Nonetheless, that is the strongest United workforce to go to Merseyside in whereas, and Jurgen Klopp‘s workforce might want to put of their greatest efficiency for the reason that World Cup if they’re to get something from the match.
Listed here are 10 issues you might want to know forward of Liverpool vs. Man United.
1. No love misplaced
Whether or not it’s Everton or Man United who’re your private nemeses, this fixture takes on large significance and is usually the most-watched fixture in world soccer.
Lately, the animosity hasn’t been as prevalent on the pitch however the Anfield ambiance is certain to get the gamers prepared for a battle, one thing Liverpool would possibly want because the weaker workforce on present kind.
Into these Redmen!
2. Gomez is “not shut sufficient”
Jurgen Klopp confirmed in his pre-match press convention that Liverpool’s accessible personnel could be unchanged from Wednesday’s recreation, saying: “Yesterday night they had been all high-quality.”
He then added: “Joe Gomez is nearer, [but] not shut sufficient.”
Thiago and Luis Diaz stay out whereas Arthur is unlikely to function within the first-team squad.
There was no point out of Naby Keita‘s knock that stored him out in opposition to Wolves, however he was again in coaching on Friday afternoon.
Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate and Diogo Jota all missed the session however are anticipated to be match.
Doable Reds XI: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Fabinho, Henderson, Bajcetic; Salah, Nunez, Gakpo
3. Ten Hag’s workforce
Recent off the again of profitable the League Cup and progressing to the FA Cup quarter-finals, Man United will probably be assured however Klopp’s aspect will probably be hoping they will capitalise on maybe one too many nights of celebration.
Luke Shaw and Jadon Sancho are doubts for the match, with them each lacking Wednesday’s cup tie via damage and sickness respectively.
Erik Ten Hag is optimistic that they may play a component although. He mentioned: “I believe we could have gamers again. Yesterday Luke Shaw was not accessible, so we count on him again.
“Sancho was ailing, however we must wait and see how that develops, however I believe [he could be available] as properly.”
Fred was solely match sufficient for a late look off the bench final day out, although he did rating within the brief time that he was on the pitch.
Anthony Martial, Donny van de Beek and Christian Eriksen stay out.
Doable Man Utd XI: De Gea; Dalot, Varane, Martinez, Malacia; Fred, Casemiro; Antony, Fernandes, Rashford; Weghorst
4. A penalty, please
Liverpool have gone 32 video games with no penalty within the Premier League.
They’ve had 1,138 touches within the opp field on this run.
That is probably the most touches within the field any aspect has ever had over a run of Premier League video games with out getting a single penalty on Opta’s information. #LFC
— Michael Reid (@michael_reid11) March 1, 2023
There haven’t been any apparent penalty selections go in opposition to Liverpool in current weeks, however the Reds have been left shortchanged this season within the opposition field.
We’ve now gone 32 Premier League matches with out getting a penalty, with 1,138 touches within the opponent’s field throughout that point.
Opta’s Michael Reid mentioned: “That’s probably the most touches within the field any aspect has ever had over a run of Premier League video games with out getting a single penalty on Opta’s information.”
As for Klopp’s verdict on the matter, he mentioned: “Not getting a penalty for that lengthy period of time is humorous.”
It’s not been the reason for Liverpool’s downfall, however a little bit of luck could be good!
5. Klopp on “unbelievable” Rashford
Klopp was on good kind in his press convention and needed to area a number of questions on Sunday’s opposition. Marcus Rashford was one identify that stored popping up.
On the attacker’s world-class kind, Klopp mentioned:
“I need to say it’s tough, just about inconceivable, to be blissful about one thing constructive at Manchester United if you end up the supervisor of Liverpool, however I’m blissful for Rashford.
“Now he’s taking part in unbelievable. His velocity, method, how calm he’s in entrance of purpose.”
The 25-year-old had gone off the boil since breaking onto the scene in 2016, however below Erik ten Hag, he’s had a renaissance that’s seen him rating 25 targets in 39 appearances already this season.
6. Again on the telly
Whereas following our stay weblog is a superb choice, in contrast to in opposition to Wolves it’s also possible to watch the match within the UK on Sky Sports activities Premier League.
It’s a match deserving of the premier time slot – Liverpool haven’t performed at 4.30pm on a Sunday for the reason that starting of November, once we beat Tottenham away.
7. Not a derby!
You possibly can forgive these whose first language isn’t English, however for future reference, Liverpool vs. Man United isn’t a derby.
A derby is between two groups in the identical metropolis or native space, not on the different finish of the M62.
Everton and possibly Tranmere Rovers are the one different skilled groups Liverpool may play in a derby.
Don’t fear although Jurgen, you’re forgiven!
8. Fabinho displaying indicators of redemption
Since signing in 2018, Fabinho‘s been a key a part of Liverpool’s success and decline.
He’s been poor for almost all of this marketing campaign however, of late, the Brazilian’s kind has improved and Klopp acknowledged this:
“All people may see it, why ought to I not say the plain stuff?
“Now everybody can see Fab is getting again [to form], that’s what we’d like. I used to be so blissful about his final recreation, so many issues had been like we would have liked him.”
9. Madley within the center
The referee on Sunday is Andy Madley and Liverpool have by no means misplaced with the Huddersfield-born referee in cost.
The Reds’ luck with David Coote, who will probably be on lead VAR duties, has been much less lucky. Hopefully, there received’t be an excessive amount of controversy come full-time at Anfield!
10. Comply with the match with TIA
Liverpool vs. Man United is stay on Sky Sports activities Premier League and Most important Occasion from 4.00pm (GMT), kickoff is at 4.30pm.
TIA’s matchday stay weblog will probably be up and working from 3.45pm, with Sam Millne tasked with protecting you entertained and up-to-date.
Come on you Reds!
