The Premier League’s most captivating rivalry ignites once more as Liverpool host Manchester City on October 11, 2026. City arrive at Anfield in formidable form, boasting a 61% win rate this season (19W 7D 5L) and an impressive 63 goals scored, contrasting Liverpool's more inconsistent campaign (15W 7D 10L) and a concerning 42 goals conceded.
Recent history between these titans heavily favors City, with three wins in their last five encounters, including a resounding 4-0 victory earlier this season. Liverpool's recent form of two wins, one draw, and two losses from their last five outings does little to inspire confidence against a City side unbeaten in their last five. The odds reflect this, with City favorites at 2.629 and a stark 45% away win probability. Goals are anticipated, with Over 2.5 at 1.66. Liverpool will need a monumental performance to defy the statistics and ignite their season against their dominant rivals.
1. Alisson, 33. R. Araujo, 5. J. Jacquet, 4. V. van Dijk, 6. M. Kerkez, 8. D. Szoboszlai, 10. A. Mac Allister, 18. C. Gakpo, 7. F. Wirtz, 29. B. Barcola, 9. A. Isak
1. G. Donnarumma, 27. M. Nunes, 3. R. Dias, 6. M. Guehi, 24. J. Gvardiol, 17. E. Fernandez, 5. E. Anderson, 7. I. Ndiaye, 10. R. Cherki, 42. A. Semenyo, 9. E. Haaland
Match events
8' Card Yellow Card — Ronald Araujo (Liverpool)
47' Card Yellow Card — Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool)
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