10 key things to know ahead of Liverpool vs. Man United - Liverpool FC

Liverpool have a tricky activity forward of them to cease an in-form Man United crew who go to Anfield on Sunday.

Liverpool vs. Man United

Premier League (25) | Anfield
March 5, 2023 | 4.30 pm (GMT)

The outdated rivals are again at Anfield.

Liverpool have had the higher of the house fixture in current instances, not shedding since 2016.

Nevertheless, that is the strongest United crew to go to Merseyside in whereas, and Jurgen Klopp‘s crew might want to put of their greatest efficiency because the 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 repeatedly the most-watched fixture in world soccer.

In recent times, the animosity hasn’t been as prevalent on the pitch however the Anfield ambiance is bound to get the gamers prepared for a battle, one thing Liverpool would possibly want because the weaker crew on present kind.

Into these Redmen!

2. Gomez is “not shut sufficient”

Jurgen Klopp confirmed in his pre-match press convention that Liverpool’s out there personnel can be unchanged from Wednesday’s recreation, saying: “Yesterday night they had been all advantageous.”

He then added: “Joe Gomez is nearer, [but] not shut sufficient.”

Thiago and Luis Diaz stay out whereas Arthur is unlikely to characteristic 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.

Attainable Reds XI: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Fabinho, Henderson, Bajcetic; Salah, Nunez, Gakpo

3. Ten Hag’s crew

Recent off the again of successful the League Cup and progressing to the FA Cup quarter-finals, Man United can be assured however Klopp’s facet can be hoping they’ll 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 harm and sickness respectively.

Erik Ten Hag is optimistic that they might play an element although. He stated: “I feel we could have gamers again. Yesterday Luke Shaw was not out there, so we count on him again.

“Sancho was unwell, however we should wait and see how that develops, however I feel [he could be available] as effectively.”

Fred was solely match sufficient for a late look off the bench final outing, although he did rating within the quick time that he was on the pitch.

Anthony Martial, Donny van de Beek and Christian Eriksen stay out.

Attainable 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 essentially the most touches within the field any facet 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 stated: “That’s essentially the most touches within the field any facet 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 stated: “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 can be good!

5. Klopp on “unimaginable” Rashford

Klopp was on good kind in his press convention and needed to subject 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 stated:

“I have to say it’s tough, just about inconceivable, to be comfortable about one thing constructive at Manchester United if you find yourself the supervisor of Liverpool, however I’m comfortable for Rashford.

“Now he’s taking part in unimaginable. His velocity, approach, 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 objectives in 39 appearances already this season.

6. Again on the telly

Whereas following our dwell weblog is a good possibility, not like in opposition to Wolves you can too 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 because the starting of November, once we beat Tottenham away.

7. Not a derby!

You may 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 perhaps 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 apparent stuff?

“Now everybody can see Fab is getting again [to form], that’s what we want. I used to be so comfortable 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 can 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!