Former Liverpool midfielder Fabinho, now playing for Al-Ittihad, reflects on the historic 7-0 drubbing of Manchester United last season and predicts a more defensively oriented approach from United in the upcoming Anfield clash. United’s Daunting Task Manchester United, facing a daunting challenge at Anfield, enters the fixture in worse form,
Former Liverpool midfielder Fabinho, now playing for Al-Ittihad, reflects on the historic 7-0 drubbing of Manchester United last season and predicts a more defensively oriented approach from United in the upcoming Anfield clash.
United’s Daunting Task
Manchester United, facing a daunting challenge at Anfield, enters the fixture in worse form, losing three of their last four matches. Fitness concerns, including the absence of key players Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes, add to the predicament for manager Erik ten Hag.
Fabinho’s Insight
Fabinho, commenting on last season’s thrashing, acknowledges its historical nature and anticipates a defensive strategy from United to prevent a repeat. However, he remains confident in Liverpool’s current form, expressing his belief that the home team has everything to win.
Fabinho told Sky Sports after his Al-Ittihad side were knocked out of the Club World Cup by Egypt’s Al Ahly,
“It’s hard to review this performance [from last season]. It was a historical result and historical results don’t happen every season.
But I think the way they [Liverpool] are playing now they have everything to win this game.
Maybe Man United will try to be more defensive to try and avoid a result like they got the last time but I think Liverpool will win the game and I hope they will play their best.
Despite Liverpool’s recent loss in the Europa League, Jurgen Klopp’s side boasts a strong position in the Premier League. The team faces its fitness challenges, with players like Joel Matip, Diogo Jota, and Alexis Mac Allister unavailable. Klopp’s strategic rotation in the Europa League contributes to managing the squad’s fitness.
Fabinho, now enjoying his time in the Saudi league, emphasizes the uniqueness of his current experience compared to his years with Liverpool. While acknowledging the responsibility to compete and mentor young players, he expresses his enjoyment of the new environment in Jeddah.
Lastly…
Fabinho’s perspective adds intrigue to the upcoming clash, envisioning a cautious Manchester United aiming to avoid another humiliation at Anfield.
With both teams grappling with fitness concerns, the match promises to be a compelling battle, as Liverpool seek to maintain its dominance and Manchester United strives for redemption. Fabinho’s keen anticipation of the game underscores the excitement surrounding one of football’s most-watched fixtures.
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