Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Man City – Premier League Title Race Intensifies

Can Liverpool End Their Etihad Drought?

Liverpool head to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday in search of a massive victory that could define their Premier League title bid. The Reds have not won a league match at Manchester City since 2015, but with Pep Guardiola’s side showing inconsistency, Arne Slot’s men have a golden opportunity to break the curse.

A string of frustrating draws has allowed Arsenal to stay in the hunt, making this fixture even more crucial. Can Liverpool handle the pressure and return home with three points?

Here’s how the Reds could line up for this high-stakes encounter.

Liverpool’s Predicted XI vs Man City (4-2-3-1)

🧤 Goalkeeper

GK: Alisson – Liverpool’s reliable shot-stopper will need to be at his best against City’s attack, which has scored in their last 16 matches across all competitions.

🛡️ Defense

RB: Trent Alexander-Arnold – The right-back was Liverpool’s hero against Aston Villa but must be defensively disciplined against Savinho or Jeremy Doku.
CB: Ibrahima Konate – With Haaland’s availability still in question, Konate could have a slightly easier task—but City remain dangerous with or without their star striker.
CB: Virgil van Dijk – The Liverpool captain has had intense duels with Haaland before and will be prepared for another battle, should the Norwegian start.
LB: Andy Robertson – With City’s wingers in fine form, Robertson is expected to start ahead of Kostas Tsimikas to provide defensive stability.

🎯 Midfield

DM: Ryan Gravenberch – The Dutchman has looked fatigued recently, and City’s midfield will test his stamina once again.
DM: Alexis Mac Allister – Tasked with disrupting City’s playmakers, Mac Allister will play a key role in keeping Kevin De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva quiet.

⚡ Attack

RW: Mohamed Salah – Salah continues to deliver, racking up 39 goal contributions in 26 league matches this season. He’ll be Liverpool’s biggest threat once again.
AM: Dominik Szoboszlai – The Hungarian will aim to exploit spaces left by Rodri’s absence while also contributing defensively.
LW: Luis Diaz – Rested in midweek, Diaz should return to the starting lineup, hoping to rediscover his early-season form.

🎯 Striker

ST: Diogo Jota – Darwin Nunez’s shocking miss against Aston Villa likely sees him dropped, leaving Jota to lead the line at the Etihad.

Will Liverpool Finally Win at the Etihad?

This is a must-win game for Liverpool in their quest for the Premier League title. Can they finally break their Etihad curse? Let us know your score predictions in the comments!