Manchester City Vs Liverpool: Preview, Key Stats, And Predicted Lineups For EPL Clash At The Etihad

There should be no love lost between Manchester City and Liverpool when the two teams meet in an English Premier League (EPL) clash at the Etihad on Sunday (kick-off at 6.30pm).

The two sides have been fierce rivals over the past eight seasons, with City winning six titles and reigning champions Liverpool, claiming two.

However, both teams have had a sluggish start to the season and are now trying to close in on league leaders Arsenal, who sit six and seven points ahead of second-placed City and third-placed Liverpool, respectively. That’s why this clash in Manchester has so much riding on it.

Recent Form

Manchester City (last 5 EPL games): W–W–W–L–W

Liverpool (last 5 EPL games): L–L–L–L–W

Injuries

Manchester City:

• Mateo Kovacic (foot)
• Rodri (doubt)

Liverpool:

• Alisson Becker (hamstring)
• Jeremie Frimpong (hamstring)
• Giovanni Leoni (ACL)
• Jayden Danns (hamstring)
• Stefan Bajcetic (recovery)
• Alexander Isak (doubt)

Key Players

Manchester City – Erling Haaland

Haaland has been in blistering form for the Cityzens this season, scoring 18 goals in 14 games across all competitions. With the clash against the Reds being one of the biggest fixtures in the EPL, he’ll be eager to add to his tally.

Liverpool – Mohamed Salah

The Egyptian King cemented his status as a Liverpool legend during their 2–0 win over Aston Villa, when he scored his 250th goal for the club. Salah will relish the chance to continue his pursuit of the next milestone against one of Liverpool’s fiercest rivals.

Head-to-Head in the EPL

• Games played: 50
• Manchester City wins: 11
• Liverpool wins: 21
• Draws: 18

Predicted Lineups

Manchester City (4-2-3-1): Donnarumma; Nunes, Stones, Dias, Gvardiol; González, Silva; Doku, Cherki, Foden; Haaland

Liverpool (4-1-2-2-1): Mamardashvili; Bradley, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch; Szoboszlai, Mac Allister; Salah, Gakpo; Ekitike

Disclaimer: The above lineups are predictions and may not reflect the official team sheets, which are usually released closer to kick-off.

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