A match close to our hearts stands out in the Premier League this weekend, as the top four and relegation battles hot up more and more by the week.
Liverpool’s excellent run of form carried on last Saturday, as they eased to a measured 2-0 victory at home to Newcastle United. Progression to the Champions League quarter-finals was then secured against Porto in midweek.
There’s only one place to start this weekend, with English football’s biggest fixture taking centre stage.
Liverpool head to Man United for a crucial clash at Saturday lunchtime, with second place and bragging rights both up for grabs.
In truth, these games have been very disappointing of late, with Jose Mourinho’s negative tactics not helping, and the last four meetings have ended in draws.
This match could have a similar pattern to it, but Jurgen Klopp will be typically positive in his approach and will feel his attack can cause United huge problems.
Liverpool’s bitter rivals have the knack of getting results, though, hence their league position, and they will be a real threat at Old Trafford.
There is bound to be controversy and drama of some kind, and if the visitors can return to Merseyside with at least a point, it will be more than adequate.
Later on that afternoon, Chelsea host Palace, which could be more intriguing than it looks on paper.
Antonio Conte’s tactics at City were deservedly lambasted, and it doesn’t look as though all is well with the current Premier League champions right now.
They are in danger of being cut adrift in the top-four tussle, and if Roy Hodgson can do his former club a favour, that would be greatly appreciated.
There is lots resting on the match, and defeat for either team would damage their respective goals this season.
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