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Liverpool vs Manchester United: Lineups and Updates
The two formidable English teams battle an old rivalry as Liverpool host Manchester United at Anfield.
The two giants of the game write another chapter in their centuries-old rivalry in English football as hostile Anfield welcomes familiar foes Manchester United. United beat Klopp's side 2-1 for the first time at Old Trafford, while the Reds seek revenge in their own backyard.
Liverpool's struggles in the Premier League could be a major concern for Merseyside fans even after a 2-0 win over Wolves at Anfield. The Reds had a rollercoaster summer plagued by injuries and unexpected losses.
A top-4 finish could be the only glimmer of hope in a confusing season for Jurgen Klopp and company, with the club needing to make it 5-2 against Real Madrid. But with the visit of high-flying Manchester United to Anfield, Klopp's embarrassing defense could once again be exposed.
Fortunately for Liverpool, the English heavyweight's formidable record against the Kop remains intact. The Reds have lost just one of their last 35 matches played at home, while winning 13 out of 15 against their home supporters.
The Reds have also scored 14 goals in their last 4 fixtures against United and apart from a 2-1 defeat in August, Klopp's men have been victorious on their last 3 occasions.
Erik ten Hague's new era at Manchester United, the only English club still alive in all of England's domestic competitions, is getting results. The Red Devils beat Newcastle United to lift their first trophy since the reign of Jose Mourinho and are also looking to lift the FA Cup.
The Manchester-based club have collected 23 Premier League points since the start of the year, the most by any club in England's top flight.
Ten Hague's forward battery have destroyed many defenses in as many competitions as they are on a winning streak of at least 2 goals in a game.
However, Manchester United's away record could be a matter of concern for their Dutch manager. When playing away at Old Trafford, the Red Devils scored just 17 goals and conceded 20 goals in return.
The Red Devils have yet to win in a Big 6 team's backyard, losing all of their games against the famed Big 6 in England this summer.
Liverpool v Manchester United line-ups confirmed
Liverpool XI (4-3-3): Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, van Dijk, Robertson; Henderson, Fabinho, Elliott; Salah, Gakpo, Nunez
Manchester United XI (4-2-3-1): De Gea; Dalot, Verne, Martinez, Shaw; Casemiro, Fred; Antony, Fernandes, Rashford; Weghorst
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Upcoming matches of Liverpool and Manchester United
Liverpool next travel to Bournemouth on 11 March. The Reds will then travel to Spain to face Real Madrid in the round of 16 of the Champions League second leg on 16 March. Klopp's men will next face Manchester City at the Etihad on April 1.
Manchester United will face Real Betis on March 10 in the first leg of the Europa League Round of 16. The Red Devils will next take on Southampton on March 12 at Old Trafford. United will then travel to Spain for the return clash against Betis on 16 March.
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Liverpool vs Man United History: Head-to-head record and Premier League derby history
Liverpool vs Man United is a match that inspires memories of some of the toughest battles in the Premier League, with the two clubs having a rivalry dating back decades.
The two teams have produced one of the most iconic rivalries in English football, with the historic division between the two cities being a major part of the motivation for their mutual dislike.
Even for neutral Premier League fans, this fixture is always eagerly awaited each season, with Liverpool enjoying their strongest record against United in the Premier League era since Jurgen Klopp's arrival in 2015. Enjoying - nothing more than their stunning 7-0 win over United. March 5, 2023 at Anfield.
United's dominance of the Premier League's early years added fuel to the fire as they last equaled Liverpool's 18 league titles in 2011 and finished one ahead with 20 compared to 19.
Liverpool vs Man United Head to Head
In 212 competitive meetings, United held a lead over Liverpool by 1895, with 83 wins against 71 and 52 draws.
On This Day in 2000, Danny Murphy silenced Old Trafford by scoring THAT free-kick against Man United 🎯 #LFC pic.twitter.com/RbDjrUdVWZ
— TheKop.com (@TheKop_com) December 17, 2022
Despite the incredible longevity of matches between them, the rivalry really began in the mid-1960s when Bill Shankly's and Sir Matt Busby's sides traded league titles for four consecutive seasons.
However, despite United's occasional swipes at Shankly, Liverpool dominated the 1970s and 80s with 11 league titles in 20 years as United faded away.
Sir Alex Ferguson's arrival at Old Trafford swung the pendulum back in United's favor at the start of the Premier League era in 1992, as Liverpool's golden era of Shankly, Bob Paisley and Kenny Dalglish came to an end.
United defined the early years of the Premier League, winning six of the first eight titles as Liverpool faltered and Arsenal and Chelsea became the main challengers to Ferguson's dominance.
However, the rivalry remained strong, as was famously demonstrated by United's victory in the 1996 FA Cup Final, as Liverpool's Spice Boys were defeated by a United team to lift the trophy.
As Liverpool slowly began to rally in the early 2000s, Danny Murphy emerged as an unlikely matchwinner in the Gerard Houllier era with three winning goals at Old Trafford from 2000 to 2004.
Rafa Benítez struggled initially against Ferguson, ending his tenure with three wins in four matches, but it was United who won the trophy.
Jurgen Klopp has picked up the baton in strong style since 2015, with the former Borussia Dortmund coach claiming a better Premier League record against United than his predecessors, en route to a maiden Premier League title in 2021 with a 2-0 Anfield win Together .
Liverpool's biggest ever win against Man Utd
In the latest chapter of Liverpool's historic rivalry against Manchester United, they set up an incredible 7–0 win for Erik ten Haag's side on 5 March 2023.
This proved to be Liverpool's biggest ever win against United. They beat Newton Heath (the former name of United) 7–1 in October 1895.
Last season, United also lost 5–0 to the Reds at Old Trafford and 4–0 at Anfield.
Liverpool also scored seven goals against their opponents in 1908 in a 7–4 victory.
Liverpool vs Man United Premier League Record Head to Head
Liverpool win draw Man United win
30 14 18
Liverpool vs Man United top performances
player club attendance
ryan giggs man united 48
Paul Scholes Man United 33
david de gea man united 28
Gary Neville Man United 26
arthur albison man united 26
Top scorers in Liverpool vs Man United
player club target
mohamed salah liverpool 12
george wall man united 9
steven gerrard liverpool 9
Stan Pearson Man United 8
George Best/Jimmy Turnbull/Harry Chambers/Dick Forshaw Man United/Liverpool 7
Liverpool vs Manchester United: The three key battles
Both the teams boast of world-class players in their lineups who will aim to win.
Liverpool and Manchester United will write another chapter in their decades-old rivalry at Anfield on Sunday in the Premier League. Both organizations are the most successful clubs in the history of English football and first division football in the country. The upcoming league competition is set to be extremely exciting, attracting viewers from across the globe.
Jurgen Klopp's men have had a difficult season, suffering from inconsistency and struggling to mount a strong challenge for a place in the top four. On the other hand, Erik ten Haegh's Manchester United are doing well and recently won the 2022-23 Carabao Cup. However, on the day of the fixture, past performances matter less and the game usually goes in favor of the team that shows more ambition.
On that note, here's a look at the three key battles ahead of the game that could determine its outcome:
Trent Alexander-Arnold vs Marcus Rashford
Trent Alexander-Arnold and Marcos Rashford's duel will grab most of the eyeballs during Liverpool vs Manchester United. The right-back for the Reds will be doing his best to deny MUFC's in-form winger from scoring.
Marcus Rashford has 25 goals and nine assists in all competitions this season. He is on fire and Klopp will be hoping that Trent Alexander-Arnold leaves him with no space on the left. It can be noted that the last time these two teams met, Rashford scored. It will be interesting to see how the full-backs deal with Rashford's pace in counter-attacking situations.
bruno fernandes vs fabinho
The midfield battle will be decisive and whoever wins will secure points. For Manchester United, Bruno Fernandes is a creative outlet in midfield. It will be Fabinho's responsibility to stop him from pulling off penetrative passes.
The defensive midfielder is the anchor in Liverpool's midfield and will hope to deny Fernandes any space and time to operate. However, the Portugal international is a tricky operator and likes to move off the flanks to influence play which could create problems for Fabinho and drag him out of position.