Slot’s Liverpool take a trip to Manchester to lock horns with archnemesis Manchester City for their next Premier League match of the 2024-2025 season.
Slot & Co. had a minor setback against Unai Emery’s Aston Villa as the Reds endured a disappointing 2-2 draw in the midweek PL clash.
Even though Mohamed Salah’s goal in the 29th minute opened the scoring of the match, right before the half-time whistle, the Villans had assumed the steering wheel with goals from Youri Tielemans and Ollie Watkins.
However, Trent Alexander-Arnold’s equaliser in the 61st minute restored balance. Despite multiple failed attempts from Diogo Jota and Darwin Nunez, the score remained intact up till the final whistle at Villa Park and the Merseyside giants shared a point with the hosts.
With this draw, the Anfield side edged further towards securing the PL title with 61 points in 26 matches, leading by 8 points ahead of second-placed Arsenal who have 53 points in 25 games.
Now the next game with rivals Manchester City has set the PL stage on fire for this high-stake match in which Liverpool will be going into as the favourites to win it.
Returning fresh from the 3-1 defeat against Real Madrid, which saw them lose in both the legs of Champions League against Los Blancos and exit the competition, Pep Guardiola has the job of restoring their assertive form.
What time does Manchester City vs. Liverpool kick off?
LFC will play the returning PL fixture against the Sky Blues on Sunday at the den of the hosts, Etihad Stadium.
Here’s how that time translates across some of the major territories:
| Region | Kick-off Date | Kick-off Time |
| USA | Sunday, Feb 23 | 11:30 am ET |
| UK | Sunday, Feb 23 | 04:30 pm GMT |
| India | Sunday, Feb 23 | 10:00 pm IST |
| Nigeria | Sunday, Feb 23 | 05:30 pm WAT |
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Manchester City vs. Liverpool live stream, TV channel
Here are all the details about where you can watch Manchester City vs. Liverpool in major regions across the world:
| Region | TV Channels | Streaming Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| USA | Peacock | SiriusXM FC |
| UK (England) | TNT Sports 2 | TNT Sports Unlimited |
| India | Star Sports Select 1 HD | JioCinema |
| Nigeria | SuperSport Premier League Nigeria | DStv Now |
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Manchester City vs. Liverpool predicted lineup, team news
Manchester City
Even though Erling Haaland sat out the UCL clash against the defending champions at Santiago Bernabeu due to injury received in the Newcastle match, the Spanish manager did not guarantee the Norwegian could return to action for the match against the Reds.
John Stones, who is out due to a quadriceps injury he got in the Madrid match, will sit out the high-profile game along with Manuel Akanji, Oscar Bobb and Rodri.
Guardiola might have to use Omar Marmoush for this match if Haaland is not available but City fans will be hoping for the best.
Manchester City Predicted Lineup:
Ederson; Lewis, Dias, Ake, Gvardiol; Gonzalez; Savinho, Silva, Foden, Marmoush; Haaland.
Liverpool
Cody Gakpo had received a knock in the dreaded Merseyside derby and once again might be at the sideline as confirmed by Slot.
Joe Gomez and Tyler Morton will also be out for a long time and are currently not in the conversation to be added to the team sheet.
Conor Bradley got a tweak in his hamstring in the draw against Emery’s side and will be out for the match.
Liverpool Predicted Lineup:
Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Diaz; Jota.
Manchester City vs. Liverpool prediction
The Reds have been a bit sluggish in their approach despite having a win and a draw in the last two matches.
Their defence has looked sloppy, however, their attack has outdone the faults of the backline.
City on the other hand are under tremendous pressure this season as they have already exited the UCL and Carabao Cup.
The only hope left for the reigning PL champions are the PL and the FA Cup where the chances are also looking slim.
Haaland’s availability will be a key factor in the Sunday mega clash, as Liverpool will have the upper hand going into the game.
Prediction: Manchester City 1 – 3 Liverpool.
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