Manchester City vs Liverpool – Predicted lineup and team news

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·9 novembre 2025

Manchester City vs Liverpool – Predicted lineup and team news

Pep Guardiola celebrates his 1,000th game in management on Sunday as Manchester City face a massive test against reigning champions Liverpool.

Manchester City are in strong form. In fact, they have won nine of their last ten home league games. However, they lost both matches to Liverpool last season. Therefore, Guardiola will be determined to reassert his dominance in this title clash.

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City’s attack this season has been unique. They are the only team yet to score a Premier League goal via a set piece. Indeed, all 20 of their goals have come from open play. Despite this, their creativity remains high. Phil Foden and Jérémy Doku have both created 20 or more chances in the league this season.

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Pep Guardiola is facing a significant selection doubt over 2024 Ballon d’Or winner Rodri ahead of Sunday’s clash with Liverpool. The midfielder, who was not in the squad for the midweek win over Borussia Dortmund after not feeling “100%,” is likely to be rested until after the upcoming international break.

While Guardiola has not completely ruled him out, he is hesitant to risk the Spaniard, meaning the squad will be almost identical to the one that faced Dortmund. The only confirmed absentee for the hosts is Mateo Kovačić, who remains on the sidelines for the long term with an ankle problem.

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All eyes will once again be on Erling Haaland, who is on the verge of a historic Premier League milestone. The Norwegian striker currently has 98 goals in the competition and needs just two more to reach a century. If he scores twice against Liverpool in what will be his 108th league appearance, he will shatter the record for the fastest player to reach 100 goals, currently held by Alan Shearer (124 games).