Manchester United FC vs Liverpool FC, English Premier League 2025-26, Today Match Prediction

Manchester United FC vs Liverpool FC Match Prediction & Analysis

Manchester United head into Sunday’s Premier League clash aiming to seal a return to the UEFA Champions League after three years, but standing in their way are fierce rivals Liverpool. 

Both sides come in on the back of wins and good form, setting up what promises to be one of the standout fixtures of the weekend. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 PM IST.

Current Standings -  The sides are adjacent in the table, with Manchester United in third on 61 points and Liverpool in fourth with 58.

Head-to-Head Record: Manchester United have historically held the upper hand in this rivalry, winning 30 of the 64 meetings between the sides, while Liverpool have come out on top 20 times.  

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Manchester United FC Preview

After a shock loss to Leeds United in mid-April, Manchester United have responded well with back-to-back wins, both hard-earned. 

A narrow victory away at Chelsea was followed by a more convincing performance against Brentford, where Bruno Fernandes once again made his mark with an assist, while Casemiro and Benjamin Sesko got on the scoresheet.

The result also marked an important home win after a previous setback, and United have now already surpassed last season’s home points tally by 12. 

With a Champions League spot within reach, they’ll be pushing for another win, while Fernandes edges closer to matching or breaking the single-season assist record of 20.

Stats that matter 

1. Man United are also on an exceptional 23-game scoring sequence across all competitions, while finding the back of the net twice in six of their last seven at home.
2. No side has won more points (29) than United in the league, since Manchester United have taken charge of the club.
3. Man United have won six of their last seven games at Old Trafford. 

Team News

Matheus Cunha has returned to training after missing the last match through injury, but his availability will depend on a late fitness check. The same goes for Luke Shaw, who also remains a doubt heading into the game.

Manchester United  Probable XI - Lammens (GK); Dalot, Maguire, Heaven, Shaw, Casemiro, Mainoo, Mbeumo, Fernandes, Cunha, Sesko.  

Liverpool FC Preview

It’s been a tale of resurgence for Liverpool FC, who have timed their run to perfection in the business end of the season.

Once in danger of missing out on European qualification, the Reds have surged back into contention and now sit level on points with Aston Villa, firmly in the race for a coveted Champions League spot.

Their recent 3-1 win over Crystal Palace showcased their attacking sharpness, with goals from Alexander Isak, Andy Robertson and Florian Wirtz sealing a third straight victory. 

Momentum is clearly on their side, but there remains a slight concern over their away form, having lost two of their last three on the road. 

With crucial fixtures still to come, Arne Slot will be keen to iron out those inconsistencies as Liverpool push to finish the season on a high.

Stats that matter 

1. Liverpool have won only one of their last 12 league games against sides starting the day in top three (D7 L4).
2. Nine of their last 12 goals have come from open play.
3. Salah has scored more goals against Manchester United overall (13) and at Old Trafford (7) than any player in the competition’s history. 

Team News 

Liverpool have been dealt a major setback, with Mohamed Salah ruled out through injury for the weekend clash. He joins Hugo Ekitike, Giorgi Mamardashvili and Alisson Becker on the sidelines, adding to an already stretched injury list.

Liverpool  Probable XI - Woodman (GK); Jones, Van Dijk, Konate, Robertson, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Gakpo, Isak.  

MANCHESTER UNITED FC vs LIVERPOOL FC
Winning Prediction

Manchester United will be aiming for a league double over Liverpool for the first time since 2015-16, after edging the reverse fixture 2-1. Liverpool’s dominance in this rivalry is still evident, especially at this venue, where they have won three of their last five visits. 

Even so, United may go in as slight favourites, largely because Mohamed Salah — long their biggest threat — is absent from the Reds’ lineup.

Meanwhile, the bookmakers expect a closely fought contest, with Manchester United marginally favoured at 2.3 for the win, while Liverpool are priced at 2.75 and the draw at 3.7. 

Man United to Win (2-1)

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