Manchester City stand 90 minutes away from a first-ever Premier League double over Liverpool after their 3-0 win in November. This time, the Reds host them at Anfield, aiming to halt that bid with their own comeback momentum fresh from a 4-1 thrashing of Newcastle.
It's Premier League action on Sunday, February 8, as Manchester City travel to Anfield to face a Liverpool side looking to build momentum. Reds boss Arne Slot will be aiming for his first competitive win against the Sky Blues.
📈Team Form📉
🔹 Liverpool: Fifth in the Premier League table with 44 points from 24 matches.
🔸 Manchester City: Second in the Premier League table with 52 points.
📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊
🔥 Liverpool are on a two-match winning run in all competitions.
🔥 Liverpool have claimed 28 Premier League points when conceding first since 2024-25.
🔥 Manchester City are winless in each of their last three away matches.
🔥 Manchester City's last win over Liverpool was a 3-0 victory at Anfield in November 2025.
🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥
🔴Liverpool | Form: W🟢D🟡L🔴W🟢W🟢W🟢:
Despite being outside the top four, Arne Slot's side can take heart from a spirited comeback display in their 4-1 win over Newcastle United.
They have racked up 15 goals in their last four games, and with their comeback powers evident, they will be looking to harness that energy against a title-chasing side.
🔵Manchester City | Form: L🔴L🔴W🟢W🟢D🟡W🟢:
Pep Guardiola's side extended their unbeaten run with a 3-1 EFL Cup win over Newcastle, but have dropped points in five of their last six Premier League games.
They have conceded at least two goals in each of their last three away league games, a vulnerability they will need to address against a Liverpool side that has found its scoring touch.
👥 Predicted Lineups 👥
🔴Liverpool (possible):
Alisson, Szoboszlai, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo, Ekitike.
🔵Manchester City (possible):
Donnarumma, Nunes, Guehi, Ake, Ait-Nouri, Rodri, O'Reilly, Cherki, Reijnders, Semenyo, Haaland.
🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀
✨ Florian Wirtz — Boasts nine direct involvements in his last 11 matches for Liverpool, providing a key creative threat.
✨ Erling Haaland — Labelled the "best striker in the world" by Guardiola, could return to the starting lineup.
✨ Hugo Ekitike — Inspired by the 4-1 win over Newcastle and will be central to Liverpool's attack.
✨ Rayan Cherki — Expected to feature for City after returning from a knock, adding attacking flair.
💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵
💵 Liverpool/Home to win = 2.45
💵 Manchester City/Away to win = 2.92
💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.50
💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 1.58
This clash presents a classic clash of momentum: a resurgent Liverpool side with a potent attack faces a Manchester City team desperate to keep pace in the title race.
With history offering hope for the visitors, Anfield is set for a compelling Premier League afternoon.
Who do you think will take the points? Tell us your prediction in the comments.
🔗 You can follow the Liverpool vs Manchester City game here on MSport.
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