Premier League preview and odds: Liverpool vs Manchester United

Published on: 14/01/2016

Premier League preview and odds: Liverpool vs Manchester United

January 17, 2016 14:05pm - Anfield

Premier League

Liverpool will looking to draw level on points with top-four chasers Manchester United when the teams meet at Anfield in the Barclays Premier League on Sunday.

Liverpool still facing set-piece conundrum

The complexion of this derby had changed somewhat over the last few years with both sides now struggling to maintain their status as top-four teams. While Liverpool have grown accustomed to life outside of the elite, Manchester United are still fighting to hang on to their place at the top table of English football. Sundays game could go a long way towards shaping the remainder of the season for either side.

A victory would pull the home side level on points with their rivals and could give then a massive psychological boost going into the final months of the season. The Reds come into this game on the back of a 3-3 draw against Arsenal, which once again highlighted their weakness at defending set-pieces. On the plus side, they scored three goals and welcomed Jordan Henderson and Mamadou Sakho back from injury.

United trying to avoid talk of crisis

There is no doubt that all is not well at Manchester United. The discontent amongst the fans has been audible, and the ill-feeling between the Coach and the press has been equally palpable. However, a win against their old adversaries could go a long way towards getting their season back on track.

The Red Devils come into this game on the back of 3-3 draw away to Newcastle, during which they adopted a more attacking approach to the game - a trait that the fans will be hoping is carried forward into the game at Anfield.

Team news

Klopp`s injury problems are easing slightly but he will still have to manage without Divock Origi, Dejan Lovren and Martyn Skrtel, while Daniel Sturridge could be in line for a surprise return.

Meanwhile, Louis van Gaal will be without Bastian Schweinsteiger, Phil Jones and Nick Powell.

Recent form (League)

Liverpool: DLWWL

Manchester United: DWDLL

Betting odds and tips

Liverpool have lost just one of their last eight games at home, while United have won just one of their last six away from home. Confidence, positivity and team spirit can count for a lot in a derby game and the home side seem to be a s slightly better place than United at the moment, despite their recent injury woes.

The home win can be backed at 23/20 with Bet365.

Daniel Sturridge could feature at some point and is available at 2/1 to score anytime with BetVcitor.

By Neil Morris

Published on: 14/01/2016

Any odds displayed within this preview were correct at the time of publishing (14/01/2016 18:01:09) but are subject to change.