Liverpool v Manchester City – Premier League Preview

Date – 1 December 2024

Venue – Anfield

Kick-off – 16.00

Following the superb midweek win over visiting Real Madrid, Arne Slot faces yet another world-class opponent in the shape of Premier League champions, Manchester City.

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Manchester City Availability

In terms of availability, Rodri, Oscar Bobb, and Mateo Kovacic are all ruled out, whereas Jeremy Doku and John Stones are doubts.

Regarding recent season form, a shock 3-3 draw was recorded against Feyenoord in the Champions League, following a disastrous 0-4 loss at home to visiting Tottenham. Brighton defeated Pep Guardiola’s men 2-1 at the American Express Stadium

A predicted lineup for the away team is listed below, in a 4-2-3-1 formation. I expect some changes from the week, as City’s European tie went from a 3-0 advantage to a spectacular 3-3 draw.

GK – Ederson

RB – Kyle Walker

RCB – Rúben Dias

LCB – Nathan Aké

LB – Joško Gvardiol

CM – Bernardo Silva

CM – İlkay Gündoğan

ACM – Kevin De Bruyne

RW – Phil Foden

CF – Erling Haaland

LW – Jack Grealish

The Liverpool Availability

Harvey Elliott is still sidelined for a few more days as he continues his rehabilitation from a fractured foot. Federico Chiesa is also in the process of rebuilding his fitness. Alisson Becker remains uncertain for selection as he continues his recovery. Diogo Jota will be unavailable for another week and will not be included in the matchday squad. Conor Bradley sustained a hamstring injury this week and will not be risked for upcoming matches. Ibrahima Konaté will undergo a late fitness test to determine his availability.

In terms of recent form, the Reds secured a 2-0 victory against fellow Champions League contenders Real Madrid at Anfield. This followed a hard-fought 3-2 win at Southampton. Before the international break, Aston Villa was defeated by the Merseyside team with a convincing 2-0 scoreline.

Below is the team I believe the Dutch boss, Arne Slot, will start for this vital encounter.

GK – Caoimhin Kelleher

RB – Trent Alexander Arnold

RCB – Joe Gomez

LCB – Virgil van Dijk (c)

LB – Andy Robertson

CM – Alexis Mac Allister

ACM – Dominik Szoboszlai

CM – Ryan Gravenberch

RF – Mohamed Salah

CF – Darwin Núñez

LF – Cody Gakpo

Gary Neville: “I think Liverpool v City is really interesting. I’m doing the game and I can’t wait for it because there’s a lot riding on it. I’ve never seen City look as vulnerable in the Pep Guardiola era.”

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— DaveOCKOP (@DaveOCKOP) November 29, 2024