Manchester United vs Liverpool: Preview, Predictions, and Probable Lineups

Two longstanding rivals, Manchester United and Liverpool, clash on Sunday afternoon at Old Trafford, with the former in a state of despondency and the latter in high spirits.

Off-field transformations loom for Manchester United following Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS’ investment. However, Thursday night’s 4-3 loss to Chelsea served as a crushing blow, further diminishing any lingering hopes of Champions League qualification.

Meanwhile, Liverpool enters the match buoyed by recent successes, albeit with caution stemming from their FA Cup defeat to the same opposition last month. They arrive after a convincing 3-1 victory over Sheffield United.

Here’s a preview of the latest chapter in this storied rivalry.

Match Details:
– Location: Manchester, England
– Stadium: Old Trafford
– Date: Sunday, April 7
– Kick-off Time: 15:30 BST / 10:30 ET / 07:30 PT
– Referee: Anthony Taylor
– VAR: John Brooks

Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games):
– Manchester United: 2 wins
– Liverpool: 2 wins
– Draws: 1
– Last Meeting: Manchester United 4-3 Liverpool (AET) – FA Cup, March 17, 2024

Current Form (all competitions):
– Manchester United:
– Chelsea 4-3 Manchester United – 04/04/24
– Brentford 1-1 Manchester United – 30/03/24
– Manchester United 4-3 Liverpool (AET) – 17/03/24
– Manchester United 2-0 Everton – 09/03/24
– Manchester City 3-1 Manchester United – 03/03/24

– Liverpool:
– Liverpool 3-1 Sheffield United – 04/04/24
– Liverpool 2-1 Brighton – 31/03/24
– Liverpool 6-1 Sparta Prague – 14/03/24
– Liverpool 1-1 Manchester City – 10/03/24
– Liverpool 4-3 Manchester United (AET) – 17/03/24

Predicted Lineups:

– Manchester United:
– Onana; Wan-Bissaka, Maguire, Kambwala, Dalot; McTominay, Mainoo; Antony, Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund.

– Liverpool:
– Kelleher; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Szoboszlai, Endo, Mac Allister; Salah, Nunez, Diaz.

Score Prediction:
Liverpool appears poised for victory, aiming to extend their dominance over Manchester United. Predicted score: Manchester United 1-3 Liverpool.