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Liverpool v Manchester United: Prediction, Tips and Odds

Liverpool haven’t quite reached the halfway mark of their league campaign but they have piled up 45 points and are well on course to win the title for the first time since 2020.

They are unbeaten in 23 games across all competitions and have gone on a four-game winning sequence since the 2-2 draw at home to Fulham when they were reduced to 10 men by Andy Robertson’s 17th minute red card.

While Liverpool ended 2024 on a high, their bitter rivals ended it in 14th place after a three-game losing run.

United had hoped for some early improvements under Ruben Amorim but results have deteriorated to the point when even the possibility of relegation has been mentioned.

The Red Devils began 2025 only seven points above the bottom three and they will be anxious to extend that gap as quickly as possible.

However, the task of ending their slump at Anfield is not going to be easy.

Liverpool are just 2/7 to rack up a fifth straight win with the draw priced up at 21/4 and a shock United victory available to back at 15/2.

Liverpool v Manchester United

Dan Childs' Liverpool v Manchester United tips and predictions

Liverpool and both teams to score - 8/5

Manchester United will be hoping for big improvements in 2025 but they may start the year with a high-scoring loss at a ground where they have not tasted victory since 2016.

United have failed to score on their last five Anfield visits although they would gladly accept a repeat of the 0-0 draw achieved by Erik ten Hag in December 2023.

However, shutting out the rampant Reds, who won 5-0 at West Ham last Sunday, will be easier said than done.

Liverpool have been credited with playing a more controlled, considered brand of football under Arne Slot, but they still have the capacity to raise the tempo when the need arises.

They have scored 45 goals - eight more than at the same stage of last season - and have netted at least twice in 11 consecutive Premier League games.

Meanwhile, United’s defensive problems have been well documented.

Dreadful defending from crosses is an ongoing problem which contributed to both of the goals conceded in Monday’s 2-0 defeat at home to Newcastle.

And, when the games get stretched, they always seem vulnerable to swift counter-attacks.

Liverpool will relish getting stuck into an opponent with obvious deficiencies and a lack of confidence, but they might fall short of keeping a clean sheet.

United are boosted by the return from suspension of their best player, Bruno Fernandes, and they can bag a consolation goal on an otherwise difficult day.

Luis Diaz to score the first goal - 5/1

Liverpool have a wealth of attacking talent but the pace and trickery of Luis Diaz could be a key factor against United.

Mohamed Salah has done his chances of a new contract no harm at all by contributing 17 Premier League goals and 13 assists.

However, he has been ably assisted by Diaz, who is having his best season since joining the club in January 2022.

The Colombian has broken the deadlock in two of Liverpool’s last three matches and he looks an attractive 5/1 shot to start the scoring this weekend.

Kobbie Mainoo to be carded - 5/2

United will be doing their utmost to stem the flow of Liverpool attacks and there is every chance of a few of their players entering referee Michael Oliver’s notebook.

Combative midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has collected six yellow cards from only 13 Premier League appearances this season and he looks attractively priced for a caution at 5/2.

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Liverpool v Manchester United odds

Liverpool - 2/7
Draw -
21/4
Manchester United -
15/2

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This article was written by a partner sports writer via Spotlight Sports Group. All odds displayed on this page were correct at the time of writing and are subject to withdraw or change at any time.

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