Two of the fiercest rivals in world football will lock horns against each other on Monday when Manchester United will travel to Anfield to take on Liverpool. Both the teams have experienced contrasting fortunes so far in the league. Manchester United started the season with a bang with three consecutive wins. But their form dipped after that and they lost three matches in a row in all competitions including two in the league. A dominating 4-1 win over Leicester City hinted that their campaign was back on track but a 1-1 draw against Stoke City in their last game is a proof that they still need to improve to challenge for the title.

On the other hand, Liverpool after registering a 4-3 win over Arsenal in the opening game lost 2-0 against Burnley. But they have hit top gear since that shock defeat. Looking like one od the most dangerous sides in the league right now, the Reds are on a four-match winning streak in the league. They have already defeated Arsenal, Chelsea and Leicester City in the league and will start as the firm favourites against their arch rivals.

Team news:

Liverpool:

Liverpool have major injury concerns before the big clash. One of their star performers of this season, Adam Lallana remains doubtful for the clash after injuring his groin in the 2-2 draw against Swansea City before the international clash.
Another impressive performer, Georginio Wijnaldum’s availability is in doubt too after he sustained he a hamstring injury on national duty.
Meanwhile, Nathaniel Clyne and Dejan Lovren, who both missed their national duties with injuries, are fit.

Predicted lineup:

Loris Karius (GK), Joel Matip, Dejan Lovren, Nathaniel Clyne, James Milner, Jordan Henderson, Adam Lallana, Georginio Wijnaldum, Roberto Firmino, Sadio Mane, Phillipe Coutinho.

Manchester United:

Jose Mourinho has received injury boost just before the big clash as he will have both Luke Shaw and Henrikh Mkhitaryan available.
Shaw was out of action for the last four games after suffering a groin injury while Mkhitaryan was out with a thigh injury since the Manchester derby last month.on September 10. Phil Jones is set to miss the game with a knee injury.

Predicted lineup:

David de Gea (GK), Eric Bailly, Chris Smalling, Antonio Valencia, Daley Blind, Paul Pogba, Ander Herrera,Jesse Lingard, Juan Mata, Marcus Rashford, Zlatan Ibrahimovic

Key Stats:

Liverpool have lost more Premier League matches (27) and also the most league matches (67) against Manchester United than against any other team.
The hosts have lost each of their last four league games against the Red Devils.
Liverpool have lost their last two league meetings with Manchester United at Anfield.
Juan Mata is involved in five goals in his last four appearances against Liverpool in the Premier League, scoring three and assisting two.
Wayne Rooney is the joint second highest scorer in the fixture with six goals. Former player Steven Gerrard leads the chart with 8 goals.

Betting Odds:

Liverpool win:5/4

Draw: 13/5

Manchester United: 13/5

Prediction:

Liverpool 3-1 Manchester United