This Sunday, Old Trafford plays host to one of the most anticipated fixtures in the Premier League calendar as Manchester United welcome Liverpool for matchweek 35. With kickoff set for 15:30 and live coverage on Sky Sports Main Event, the stage is set for a high-stakes clash between two giants of English football.
Currently sitting third in the table with 61 points, Manchester United are riding a wave of momentum after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Brentford in their last outing. Under Michael Carrick's guidance, the Red Devils have been in impressive form, scoring in 23 consecutive matches and notching back-to-back wins. At home, they have been particularly dominant, finding the net in 12 straight games at Old Trafford, though they have conceded in their last four home fixtures.
Liverpool, meanwhile, are hot on their heels in fourth place with 58 points. Arne Slot's side bounced back with a convincing 3-1 win against Crystal Palace, extending their unbeaten run to two matches. However, the Reds have shown some vulnerability away from home, failing to keep a clean sheet in their last seven road games and managing just one draw in their previous 12 away matches. Despite these struggles, Liverpool have only lost once in their last 21 outings overall.
The head-to-head record adds extra spice to this encounter. In their most recent meeting, Manchester United emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, and they will be eager to replicate that result. Slot's personal record against United tells a tale of mixed fortunes—one win, two draws, and two defeats from five encounters.
Team news sees Manchester United likely to field a strong lineup featuring Senne Lammens, Diogo Dalot, Ayden Heaven, Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, Casemiro, Kobbie Mainoo, Bryan Mbeumo, Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo, and Benjamin Sesko. Liverpool are expected to counter with Freddie Woodman, Curtis Jones, Virgil Van Dijk, Ibrahima Konaté, Andy Robertson, Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Mohamed Salah, Florian Wirtz, Cody Gakpo, and Alexander Isak.
With both sides boasting formidable attacking firepower and defensive frailties, this promises to be a thrilling encounter. Manchester United will look to extend their winning streak, while Liverpool aim to close the gap in the standings. Whether you're backing the Red Devils or the Reds, this is a match no fan should miss.