Manchester United vs Liverpool: Predicted line-ups and latest news - 01.09.2024
Liam Garcia
Dailysports's expert
The highlight of the third round of the English Premier League will be the clash between Manchester United and Liverpool.
United have had a shaky start to the season. They lost the Community Shield to Manchester City (1-2), followed by a narrow victory over Fulham (1-0) and a defeat to Brighton (1-2). Liverpool, on the other hand, have begun their campaign much more steadily. The Merseysiders secured two 2-0 victories, first away against Premier League newcomers Ipswich Town and then at Anfield against Brentford.
United approach this match with a significant number of player absences. Rasmus Højlund, Victor Lindelöf, Tyrell Malacia, Mason Mount, Luke Shaw, and Leny Yoro will be unavailable. Liverpool's list of absentees is much shorter, with uncertainty surrounding the availability of Federico Chiesa and Curtis Jones.
Ahead of the match, Manchester United’s head coach Erik ten Hag expressed his anticipation for Liverpool’s visit:
"Whenever Liverpool come [to Old Trafford], it’s always thrilling. We’re looking forward to the challenge.
We have a good squad and can field a strong team. Of course, it’s the beginning of the season - we need to progress, we need to improve. We also need to integrate some of the new players. But we’re really looking forward to this match."
Liverpool’s manager Arne Slot, meanwhile, spoke about the possibility of new signing Federico Chiesa featuring:
"Today [Friday, August 30th] he will train with us. But the likelihood of him being in the squad on Sunday is low.
If injuries occur over the next two days, we might need him, but I don’t expect him to play, though I can't guarantee it."
Both managers are likely to field their strongest players as the two teams vie for three crucial points. The Dailysports team has prepared the probable starting lineups for both teams.
Predicted Manchester United line-up
Onana – Dalot, Martínez, Maguire, Mazraoui – Casemiro, Mainoo – Rashford, Fernandes, Garnacho – Zirkzee
Predicted Liverpool line-up
Alisson – Robertson, Van Dijk, Konaté, Alexander-Arnold – Mac Allister, Gravenberch – Díaz, Szoboszlai, Salah – Jota
The match is scheduled for today at 14:30 Central European Time. The Dailysports team has also provided information on where you can watch the match in your country.
