BETTING GUIDE: Manchester United vs Liverpool, match preview, team news and prediction
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The hosts will be assured of a Champions League spot with all three points, as will the visitors if other results go their way.
While neither Manchester United nor Liverpool are vying for Premier League glory this season, Sunday's Old Trafford main event is arguably still the biggest game in English football.
The stakes are raised even higher than normal for gameweek 35 too, as the hosts will be assured of a Champions League spot with all three points, as will the visitors if other results go their way.
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Manchester United come into this fixture sitting third with 61 points from 34 matches, holding a three-point advantage over their rivals.
Their recent form has been solid, with three wins, one draw, and one defeat in their last five league matches.
In that run, they have scored nine goals and conceded six, reflecting their attacking strength but occasional defensive lapses.
Back-to-back wins against Chelsea and Brentford have boosted confidence, and they remain strong at home, winning six of their last seven league matches at Old Trafford.
In terms of team news, Manchester United will be without Lisandro Martinez due to suspension, while Matthijs de Ligt remains sidelined.
There is a boost with Matheus Cunha expected to return, while Luke Shaw faces a late fitness test. Bruno Fernandes continues to be the heartbeat of the team, enjoying an outstanding season and nearing a historic assist milestone.
Benjamin Sesko has also been key in attack, supported by creative players like Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo.
Liverpool, currently fourth with 58 points, arrive with momentum of their own, having won three of their last four league matches. Over their last five league outings, they have scored seven goals and conceded five, showing improved balance after a mixed run.
Their recent 3-1 win over Crystal Palace and victory over Everton underline their attacking quality, though consistency has been an issue.
Away from home, Liverpool have shown flashes of brilliance, winning three of their last four away matches.
However, they face significant injury concerns, with Mohamed Salah ruled out, alongside several others including Alisson, Wataru Endo, and Hugo Ekitike.
Despite these absences, players like Florian Wirtz, Cody Gakpo, and Alexander Isak provide attacking threat, while Virgil van Dijk anchors the defence.
The head-to-head record between these two sides suggests goals are almost guaranteed. Manchester United won the reverse fixture 2-1 at Anfield, and recent meetings have consistently delivered high-scoring encounters, with both teams frequently finding the net.
Key pointers;
- Only one of the last 11 competitive meetings between Manchester United and Liverpool has produced fewer than three goals
- Five of Manchester United’s last six home matches have seen over 2.5 goals scored
- Three of Liverpool’s last four away games have featured more than 2.5 goals
- Liverpool’s last two Premier League matches have both produced over 2.5 goals
Everything points toward an open and entertaining contest. With Champions League qualification on the line and both teams in decent scoring form, this fixture is unlikely to disappoint in terms of goals.
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals
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