Liverpool will be without several key players this weekend, including goalkeeper Alisson, potential starting striker Diogo Jota, summer signing Chiesa, and midfielder Elliott. Right back Alexander-Arnold also joins the injury list.
However, wingers Salah, who has scored 8 goals and provided 6 assists, and Luis Diaz, with 5 goals and 2 assists, have been in excellent form this season. Nunez and Gakpo are also vying for starting positions. Liverpool’s defense, the strongest in the league, will rely on its central partnership of Konaté and van Dijk.
Manchester City also faces a number of absences, including Ballon d’Or winner Rodri, key defender Ruben Dias, midfielder Kovacic, and promising youngster Bobb. Additionally, defenders Aké and Matheus Nunes, as well as forwards Foden, Doku, and Grealish, are doubtful for the match. Despite these setbacks, Haaland remains in outstanding form, leading the league with 12 goals and continuing his strong performances for Norway during the international break, where he scored 4 goals. City boasts the second-best attack in the Premier League.
Prediction
Liverpool’s aspirations for a top-four finish have been boosted by a strong run at home, with six wins in their last seven matches. In contrast, Manchester City has struggled away from home recently, suffering nine losses in their last 12 away games.
Prediction: Liverpool 3-1 Manchester City.