Manchester United will host Liverpool on May 3 at Old Trafford, aiming for their first Premier League double over their historic rivals in ten years. This match kicks off at 3:30 p.m. BST, and both teams are fighting fiercely for a top-four finish in the league.
In their last encounters, Manchester United triumphed over Liverpool with a 2-1 victory at Anfield back in October. Since then, both teams have shown resilience; Liverpool recently secured a 3-1 win against Crystal Palace, while Manchester United edged out Brentford with a 2-1 win.
The stakes are high for both clubs. Michael Carrick, the Manchester United coach, emphasized the significance of this rivalry, stating, “There are obviously big games and rivalries that we have with other teams, but this one is certainly right up there because of the history, the ups and downs this match-up has produced in the past, the entertainment and the emotion.”
Liverpool’s manager, Arne Slot, echoed this sentiment: “We are aware that it is a very big game. Not only because we play Man United, but to qualify for the Champions League and to get the highest possible league position.” Both teams need to secure points to stay competitive in the race for European football.
However, injuries could play a crucial role in determining the outcome. Liverpool will be without star forward Mohamed Salah and Hugo Ekitike due to injuries. Meanwhile, Manchester United will miss Mathijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martinez.
Predicted line-ups:
Manchester United: Lammens; Dalot; Fernandes and Liverpool: Woodman; Van Dijk; Gakpo.
The match will be available for live streaming in the US on NBC Sports Network and Peacock Premium. Fans in the UK can access it via Now Sports at an affordable rate of £15 for a day pass.
As both clubs prepare for this high-stakes encounter, they know that every point counts as they vie for Champions League qualification. With just three points separating them in the Premier League standings, fans can expect an electrifying atmosphere at Old Trafford.
