MU vs. Liverpool Preview: A Heated Showdown, Determined to Block the Rival
(MU vs. Liverpool, 7th April, 21:30, Premier League Matchday 32)
In every circumstance, the clash between MU and Liverpool is always highly anticipated. The outcome of the upcoming showdown at Old Trafford will significantly impact the race for the Premier League title and the top 4 spots.
MU and Liverpool find themselves in different realms and races. The squad led by HLV Erik Ten Hag recently suffered a painful defeat against Chelsea, dampening their hopes of securing a Champions League spot. Meanwhile, the “Reds” are leading the pack and have the upper hand in the Premier League title race.
Part of the reason behind MU’s recent disappointing results lies in their squad’s fitness. Before the match against Chelsea, the medical team of the “Red Devils” delivered unfortunate news regarding Lisandro Martinez and Victor Lindelof.
The list of injured players at Old Trafford is already extensive, with the absence of Luke Shaw being particularly regrettable. Without the English defender, MU’s left flank struggles both defensively and offensively.
In the match against Chelsea, Dalot had to play as a left-back and made a terrible mistake, leading to a late penalty. Earlier, in the 1-1 draw against Brentford, Ivan Toney wreaked havoc on MU’s left flank before delivering a cross for Kristoffer Ajer to equalize in the 90+9th minute.
On the other hand, Liverpool’s squad is gradually becoming more complete with timely returns. As a result, the form of the “Reds” is excellent, surpassing that of the home team. While MU has only won 1 out of their last 5 Premier League matches, Liverpool has secured 4 victories in their last 5 games.
In this match, MU can only rely on the fortress of Old Trafford to prepare for what is forecasted to be a very challenging encounter. In the recent FA Cup quarter-final, the “Red Devils” secured a shocking 4-3 victory. It was an emotional match, with MU trailing multiple times but ultimately emerging victorious.
It’s worth noting that this season, MU has faced Liverpool twice and remained unbeaten, including a goalless draw at Anfield in the first leg. And despite their decline in recent years, the “Red Devils” have maintained a decent home record against their formidable rivals.
According to statistics, in the 12 clashes at Old Trafford from 2014 until now, Liverpool has only won 2 matches, while MU has won 6, with the remaining 4 ending in draws. This provides a basis for HLV Ten Hag’s team to aim for a positive result against the league leaders.
Prediction: MU 1-1 Liverpool
Projected Lineups:
MU: Onana, Wan-Bissaka, Maguire, Varane, Dalot, Casemiro, Mainoo, Antony, Fernandes, Garnacho, Hojlund
Liverpool: Kelleher, Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson, Szoboszlai, Endo, Mac Allister, Salah, Nunez, Diaz
Injury News:
MU: Shaw, Martinez, Lindelof, Martial, Malacia injured. Varane, Evans, and Bayindir’s availability uncertain.
Liverpool: Matip, Jota, Thiago, Arnold, Alisson Becker, Bajcetic injured. Endo’s participation remains uncertain.
