Liverpool vs. Manchester City preview, kick-off time, how to watch, and team news

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Liverpool and Manchester City are set to renew one of the Premier League’s most significant rivalries when they meet at Anfield this weekend.

The fixture has often played a decisive role in recent title races, and while both clubs find themselves under different kinds of pressure this season, the stakes remain high.

Here is everything you need to know ahead of the latest meeting between Arne Slot and Pep Guardiola’s sides.

Game information

Liverpool will host Manchester City at Anfield in the Premier League.

Kick-off is scheduled for 4.30pm UK time on Sunday.

Anfield is expected to be at full capacity as Liverpool look to maintain their strong home record against the defending champions.

Where to watch

• United Kingdom: Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League (TV), Sky Go (streaming)
• United States: USA Network (TV) and Peacock (streaming)
• India: Star Sports Select (TV) and JioHotstar (streaming)
• Australia: Stan Sport

Team News

Liverpool: Head coach Arne Slot continues to manage defensive concerns ahead of the visit of Manchester City.

Jeremie Frimpong remains unavailable after failing to return to full training, while Joe Gomez is pushing for a possible return to the matchday squad.

Manchester City: Pep Guardiola’s key selection decision centres on Ruben Dias, who has returned from injury but may not be rushed straight back into the starting lineup.

If Dias is not deemed ready, Khusanov is expected to partner Marc Guehi in central defence, with Rayan Ait-Nouri available at left back.

Bernardo Silva is a fitness doubt, which could see Nico O’Reilly move into midfield alongside Rodri, a combination Guardiola has favoured in high-profile fixtures.

City also has attacking depth available, with Omar Marmoush and Tijjani Reijnders both fit and pushing for starting roles, while Erling Haaland is expected to lead the line.

Predictions

Liverpool’s recent home form suggests they will look to start on the front foot, particularly with the Anfield crowd behind them.

Manchester City remain capable of controlling long spells of possession, but their inconsistent away form this season could leave openings.

A high-intensity contest is expected, with chances at both ends in what could become one of the standout matches of the Premier League campaign.