Manchester United vs Liverpool. Predicted line-ups and latest news

Football news 06 apr 2024, 05:13
Robert Sykes Dailysports's expert Robert Sykes
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The central fixture of the 32nd round of the English Premier League, in which Manchester United will host Liverpool, is scheduled for tomorrow.

Manchester United continues to vie for the opportunity to participate in European competitions next season. Presently, the "Red Devils" trail Tottenham by nine points, thus, every match holds significant importance for them.

Liverpool reclaimed the top spot in the English top-flight after the previous round and will strive to retain it following this fixture. Under the guidance of Jürgen Klopp, the proteges will exert maximum effort to secure another trophy in the German's final season with the team.

Numerous renowned platforms such as Sofascore, Besoccer, and Whoscored have already put forth their speculations regarding the potential starting lineups for each team. Eurosport, one of Europe's leading telecommunication systems, has also joined in this analysis.

It is worth noting that both teams have suffered significant losses ahead of the match.

Manchester United will be without the services of Victor Lindelöf, Tyrell Malasia, Anthony Martial, Lisandro Martinez, and Luke Shaw. Additionally, doubts persist regarding the participation of Althaïr Baindir, Raphaël Varane, Johnny Evans, and Casemiro.

Liverpool, on the other hand, is plagued by no fewer injuries, with Trent Alexander-Arnold, Alisson, Stefan Bajcetic, Diogo Jota, Joel Matip, and Thiago all sidelined. The availability of Wataru Endo to assist the team remains uncertain.

Regarding Manchester United's starting lineup, there is disagreement among sources regarding only three players.

André Onana is expected to guard the goalposts. Diogo Dalot will likely feature in defense on the left, with Aaron Wan-Bissaka on the right. The central defensive position will be occupied by Harry Maguire, and the partner alongside him remains undecided. Eric ten Hag may favor Willy Kambwala if Raphaël Varane is unavailable.

In midfield, closer to the pivot zone, Kobe Mmeinu is anticipated to play, with Scott McTominay or Casemiro potentially joining him if the latter is fit to play. Upfront, Bruno Fernandes, Alejandro Garnacho, and either Marcus Rashford or Antony will provide support.

Rasmus Højbjerg is expected to be the sole striker.

  • Predicted Manchester United line-ups:
    Onana – Dalot, Maguire, Kambwala/Varane, Wan-Bissaka – Mmeinu, McTominay/Casemiro – Fernandes, Garnacho, Rashford/Antony – Højbjerg

As for Liverpool's starting lineup, the primary discrepancies also stem from uncertainty regarding the availability of certain players.

Due to Allison's injury, Kelleher is likely to be in goal. It is widely believed that Virgil Van Dijk and Conor Bradley will feature in defense. The second defensive pair remains uncertain, with Andrew Robertson or Joseph Gomez on the left, and Jarell Quansah or Ibrahim Konate partnering Van Dijk.

Furthermore, due to Endo's injury, it is unclear who will play in midfield. Ryan Gravenberch may fill in on the left flank in place of the Japanese player. Alongside, Dominic Solanke and Alexis Mac Allister are expected to feature.

The attacking trio of Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez, and Luis Diaz is anticipated to remain unchanged.

  • Predicted Liverpool line-ups:
    Kelleher – Robertson/Gomez, Van Dijk, Konate/Quansah, Bradley – Solanke, Endo/Gravenberch, Mac Allister – Diaz, Nunez, Salah

Sofascore

Whoscored

Eurosport

It is worth reminding that the match will take place at Stamford Bridge. The referee will commence proceedings at 16:30 Central European Time. The Dailysports team has prepared information for you on where you can watch this match in your country.

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