PLEASE TAKE NOTE: Six Liverpool players will not be available for Todays’s encounter against Manchester United. No matter what will happen, we will never walk alone😮‍💨

Manchester United is set to face Liverpool in the upcoming Premier League fixture, marking the 242nd encounter between the two historic rivals. The highly anticipated match is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 p.m., with coverage available on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League channels for UK viewers. Additionally, the game will be streamed live on the Sky Go app, providing fans with convenient access to the action.

In terms of team news, Manchester United is facing several injury concerns, with Raphael Varane and Jonny Evans both doubtful for the match after sustaining injuries in the recent game against Chelsea. The defensive line is further depleted with Victor Lindelof, Luke Shaw, Lisandro Martinez, and Tyrell Malacia ruled out due to various injuries. Anthony Martial and backup goalkeeper Altay Bayindir are also sidelined with groin and muscle strain injuries, respectively. The potential starting lineup for Manchester United includes Andre Onana, Aaron Wan–Bissaka, Willy Kambwala, Harry Maguire, Diogo Dalot, Kobbie Mainoo, Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, Alejandro Garnacho, Marcus Rashford, and Rasmus Hojlund.

On the Liverpool side, Stefan Bajcetic, Alisson, and Trent Alexander–Arnold are expected to miss the match due to calf, thigh, and knee injuries, respectively. Joel Matip, Thiago Alcantara, and Ben Doak are also unavailable, while Wataru Endo is a doubt after picking up a knock in the previous game. However, there is some positive news as Ibrahimia Konate is likely to feature despite a knee injury sustained in the recent match against Sheffield United. The expected lineup for Liverpool includes Caoimhin Kelleher, Conor Bradley, Ibrahimia Konate, Virgil Van Dijk, Andy Robertson, Wataru Endo, Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Mo Salah, Luis Diaz, and Darwin Nunez.

The head-to-head record between Manchester United and Liverpool slightly favors the former, with United winning 91 out of 241 encounters. However, United has struggled in recent league meetings against Liverpool, winning just once in their last 11 encounters. Despite their previous FA Cup victory over Liverpool, Manchester United faces a tough challenge, especially following their recent defeat against Chelsea.

Considering the significance of the match in the title race, Liverpool is expected to be highly motivated and determined to secure three points. With Manchester United’s confidence shaken after their recent defeat, Liverpool is predicted to emerge victorious by at least two goals, further intensifying the competition at the top of the table.