Liverpool are in danger of missing out on a top-four finish in the Premier League, highlighting the importance of three points when they meet Man City at Anfield on Sunday, February 8.
The Cityzens have their own aspirations, currently hoping to topple league leaders Arsenal off the top of the tree, which is why only a win will do for Pep Guardiola’s men.
These teams developed a modern-day rivalry in recent years, with the Reds being the only team to halt City’s dominance, but Arne Slot’s men have been far off their best during the course of this season, which means this one is bound to be a thriller.
Explore our Liverpool vs Man City betting tips below.
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Liverpool vs Man City prediction: Momentum with the hosts
Key stats
- Liverpool have won three of their last four games in all competitions.
- City dropped points in a 2-2 draw with Tottenham last week, despite leading 2-0.
- The Cityzens tend to dominate early, winning 16 of their 24 league matches at the halfway mark.
- The Reds have scored 36% of their goals after the 76th minute, while 74% of City’s conceded goals arrived after the restart.
Correct score prediction: Liverpool 2-1 Man City
Last week’s 4-1 come-from-behind victory against Newcastle was indicative of the old Liverpool. The Anfield atmosphere was raucous, and the players matched that with an electrifying performance. The Reds have only lost twice at home in the league this term, and they are coming up against a City team that have not been at their best. Guardiola’s last triumph away to Liverpool came five years ago, almost to the day.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Almost evenly matched
- HOME: 13/10 (2.30) – 43.5%
- DRAW: 27/10 (3.70) – 27.0%
- AWAY: 7/4 (2.75) – 36.4%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Two sides that have traded blows in recent years have an almost equal chance of turning over the other. The hosts slightly edge the odds, as Ladbrokes have them at a 43.5% chance of squeezing past City. Meanwhile, the visitors are not far behind with a 36.4% chance of snatching all three points here. A stalemate, according to the bookmaker, is the least likely outcome with a 27% chance of happening.
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Most recent H2Hs: The Reds are in front
Surprisingly, Man City have not had the best of times against Liverpool. City only came out victorious in one of the last 12 meetings with the Merseysiders, specifically at Anfield. However, the visitors won the reverse fixture, which ended a four-game winless streak against Liverpool at any venue. The Reds, though, should feel confident of securing a positive result, considering how dominant they have been historically.
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Liverpool preview: Frimpong still out
Liverpool’s new signing, Jeremie Frimpong, missed last weekend’s win against Newcastle through injury and will not be available for selection this week. Frimpong is joined by Conor Bradley on the sidelines, while Alexander Isak is a long-term absentee, and Joe Gomez may only be fit enough for the bench.
Predicted lineup: Alisson; Szoboszlai, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo; Ekitike
Last five matches
- Liverpool 4-1 Newcastle
- Liverpool 6-0 Qarabag
- Bournemouth 3-2 Liverpool
- Marseille 0-3 Liverpool
- Liverpool 1-1 Burnley
Man City preview: Defensive crisis for Pep
Man City are currently without Josko Gvardiol and John Stones, which leaves the heart of the defence to new signing Marc Guehi and Abdukodir Khusanov and Ruben Dias, now fit again. Mateo Kovacic is battling a heel injury that has kept him out since October last year, while Jeremy Doku is likely to miss out with a calf strain.
Predicted lineup: Donnarumma; Nunes, Khusanov, Guehi, O’Reilly; Rodri; Semenyo, Cherki, Silva, Ait-Nouri; Haaland
Last five matches
- Man City 3-1 Newcastle
- Tottenham 2-2 Man City
- Man City 2-0 Galatasaray
- Man City 2-0 Wolves
- Bodo/ Glimt 3-1 Man City
Player to watch: Hugo Ekitike
Since the start of December, nobody has scored more Premier League goals than Hugo Ekitike’s seven in nine such matches.
The brace he scored against Newcastle last week has made it four goal contributions in his last two games in all competitions.
The Frenchman will no doubt be key to Liverpool’s chances of securing three points this Sunday.