The so-called big six of English football have always put up a show for fans that tends to be talked about for years to come. While the 2020 season did have its moments, one can already see the clash for a top-four finish in 2021 taking more prominence than it ever did. And one of the clashes that could possibly determine that is the red half of Manchester taking on the ‘Mighty Reds’ of Liverpool. So let’s dig deep into this game and get an idea or two about how it might go down.

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While Liverpool sits comfortably at the top, Manchester United enter the fixture with problems of their own. Following a thrilling 4-2 loss to Leicester City, the red half of Manchester has a lot of work to do in very little time. With both sets of games bound to come from the Premier League and Champions League, United have a lot to prove and a lot to showcase if they need to step things up with the Mighty Reds.

However, it is too early to make predictions and expect one side to come on top especially with an unpredictable league like the Premier League. Due to all that, a clash between Manchester United and Liverpool or a clash between Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Jurgen Klopp is one to watch out for.

Date and Venue

The clash between United and Liverpool, which comes during game week 9 of the Premier League will take place on the 24th of Oct at Old Trafford.

Manchester United Vs Liverpool: Team Analysis

1. Who will be the first to get on the scoresheet? 

A game featuring Manchester United and Liverpool is bound to have goals from either side with assists coming from all angles. However, the main question of the hour would be as to who gets on the scoresheet first. Will it be one of the best footballers in the world or a rising Premier League star who is bound to be one of the best? Confused? 

Well, we are talking about Cristiano Ronaldo and Mohamed Salah. Both these players seem fit to be in contention for the Golden Boot and by the end of the season, we will get to know who the real deal is. With Ronaldo going strong at 36 and Salah proving why he needs to be called the best in the world, we are off to a clash like never before. 

2. Assessing the stronger defence 

Liverpool’s 2020 season was a forgettable one as they missed one of their main centre backs, Virgil Van Dijk. Following injuries, the Mighty Reds also lost several other first-team players and they had to face records being shattered. However, they are back this season and Van Dijk looks fit as ever. Due to that, Liverpool has all the right ingredients in defence and one would always love to see whether CR7 can bring down Van Dijk to score a goal for United. 

Having agreed on a deal worth €41 million with Real Madrid for defender Raphael Varane, Manchester United looked to have all their problems solved. The defensive capabilities of Varane and Harry Maguire seemed like the ideal choice. However, United have conceded goals and injury concerns to Varane only makes matters worse. Moreover, Maguire’s recent performance against Leicester City is another worrying trend for fans of United.

3. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Vs Jurgen Klopp

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Jurgen Klopp have both managed to unleash squads that are capable of winning the title. However, only the latter has proven the same despite Ole’s United spending millions in the transfer window. Jurgen Klopp has transformed Liverpool taking them to Champions League glory and Premier League glory while Ole is yet to do the same with United. 

And if we are accessing things happening at the moment, it is Klopp who might be in a better situation. Liverpool has taken 18 points from 8 games and is yet to be beaten this season. On the other hand, United have taken 14 points from 8 games and have 2 to remain out of the Champions League spots.

4. Previous Meeting (Manchester United Vs Liverpool / 2-4 / 14th May 2021) 

We were able to witness a unique clash the last time Liverpool played United at Old Trafford. Liverpool, though touted to lose, came out strong with four goals as Diogo Jota, Roberto Firmino and Mohamed Salah scored goals for their side with Firmino coming in twice. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s assets and tricks came on top as he was known as the King of the Match.

However, this fixture that took place on the 14th of May 2021 saw Liverpool face United without the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Jadon Sancho and Raphael Varane. Whether they will make a difference and set United flying is something that we have to wait and watch. Due to that, if you want to make predictions and place bets on this game or even consider football betting, BritainBet is the right place for you.

Manchester United Vs Liverpool: Head-to-head

United and Liverpool have played out some of the best Premier League games and each time they face each other, things are bound to enter a stage of unpredictability. They have played a total of 58 games where only 14 have been drawn. United have managed to come out on top with 28 wins and a few important clashes in this run will remind fans of the golden era of Sir Alex Ferguson.

Manchester United Vs Liverpool: Recent Form

18 points from 8 games have clearly placed Liverpool in the lead and helped them renew their spot as serious contenders for the title. They have only drawn twice this season and it has come from games against Chelsea and Manchester City. Even in the Champions League, Liverpool sits on top of their group with 6 points from 2 matches. Moreover, Liverpool will be heading into this clash with confidence following a 5-0 victory over Watford.

On the other hand, United are not in the best of forms as they sit 6th in the Premier League table having taken 14 points from 8 games. They have lost games against Aston Villa and Leicester City and also drawn against Everton and Southampton. In the Champions League group stages, United have so far played 2 games and have 3 points to their name with the first game against Young Boys heading into a loss. They sit 3rd in the group.

Due to that, Manchester Unity has a lot of work to do and they need to get things going when the Mighty Reds come to visit on the 24th of Oct.