Liverpool’s meeting with Manchester City has been heralded as a potentially season-defining clash for the former with the Reds 13 points behind defending champions.
The Merseysiders have a game to fall back on, of course, albeit one that would add significantly to their value if they got all three points.
It’s a result that would defy expectations, though it’s still not entirely out of the realm of possibility.
Indeed, Pep Guardiola refused to suggest the contest shouldn’t be taken seriously, calling the Anfield-based outfit his team’s biggest test yet. There may be a touch of grace in that in light of recent circumstances, although the historical encounters between the two would support his statement.
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Alisson Becker is once again the man between the sticks, while Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez (substitute for Ibrahima Konate) in the central half stand guard in front of the Brazilian international.
Thiago Alcantara and Fabinho form the heart of the midfield with Mo Salah and Harvey Elliott on the wings.
Bobby Firmino maintains his place in the starting eleven thanks to his excellent form since the start of the season (having recorded 12 goal contributions in as many games) and is supported by Diogo Jota.
You can see the full team news below, courtesy of @LFC:
And the news from the team is… LIVE! Liverpool are ready for a HUGE contest with Manchester City very soon. How about that XI to face Pep Guardiola’s men, the Reds? ???? #LFC pic.twitter.com/l9QUpMnYdi
— Empire of the Kop (@empireofthekop) October 16, 2022
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