Dave Hendrick is joined by Guy Drinkel to preview the upcoming game against Man United, they look at the recent history of United in the post Fergie era and the issues they’ve created and faced. They then look at the game and how both teams may lineup.
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Prem Predictions: Liverpool v Man United: The Two Footed Podcast
Dave answers a couple of questions before looking at the weekend of Premier League action!
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Dave Hendrick is here to cover all things LFC. He looks at the game against United at the weekend, and also looks at the history of the fixture.
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Jim Boardman and Jay Reid return for another episode of Scouser Tommies, reflecting on the international break and previewing the massive return to action: a home clash against Manchester United.
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