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Preview: Liverpool vs. Man City - prediction, team news, lineups

Preview: Liverpool vs. Man City - prediction, team news, lineups

There is a distinct atmosphere in the air ahead of Sunday. It is the kind of nervous, electric tension that usually precedes a title decider, but this time, the backdrop feels entirely unprecedented.

Ryan Gravenberch News / The 4th Official / October 9
Gravenberch To Start, Munoz On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Liverpool Predicted Lineup Vs Manchester City

Gravenberch To Start, Munoz On The Bench | 4-2-3-1 Liverpool Predicted Lineup Vs Manchester City

Liverpool will entertain Manchester City at Anfield this Sunday as they look to secure a win at home in the Premier League. The Reds managed to earn a narrow 1-0 win over Bournemouth before the international break, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.

Darwin Nunez News / Goal.com / October 9

An expert settles it: did the referee deny Darwin Nunez a penalty against Al-Nassr?

Controversial decision A refereeing expert has had his say on Al-Diriyah striker Darwin Núñez's claim for a penalty against Al-Nassr in the Saudi Roshn League.

Liverpool FC News / Rousing the Kop / October 9
Former Liverpool player admits leaving Reds is still his biggest regret, he went ‘off the rails’

Former Liverpool player admits leaving Reds is still his biggest regret, he went ‘off the rails’

Leaving Liverpool is rarely a good decision for any footballer. Why would you willingly give up the chance of playing for one of the biggest clubs in the world?

Soccer News / Rousing the Kop / October 9
Liverpool vs Man City referee was responsible for one of the biggest controversies of the Jurgen Klopp era

Liverpool vs Man City referee was responsible for one of the biggest controversies of the Jurgen Klopp era

Liverpool should feel the support of the whole of England when they take to the pitch against serial rule-breakers Manchester City on Sunday. The poetry

Andoni Iraola News / Empire of the Kop / October 9
Frenkie de Jong could help fix Andoni Iraola’s most pressing Liverpool problem

Frenkie de Jong could help fix Andoni Iraola’s most pressing Liverpool problem

Liverpool remain ‘very interested’ in Marc Bernal, reports Juan Jesus on X (formerly Twitter). The Merseysiders could push to land the Barcelona star in the January transfer window, with Reds head coach Andoni Iraola reportedly an admirer.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 9
Mixed injury update for Liverpool ahead of crucial Manchester City clash

Mixed injury update for Liverpool ahead of crucial Manchester City clash

Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has spoken to the press about his team news for this weekend’s clash against Manchester City at Anfield. The Reds have some mixed updates for this big game, with the bad news being that Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak are both out.

Liverpool FC News / Rousing the Kop / October 9
Is Gilberto Mora really joining Liverpool next week? Fans now told the ‘reality’ of £42m transfer claim

Is Gilberto Mora really joining Liverpool next week? Fans now told the ‘reality’ of £42m transfer claim

Liverpool supporters have been given hope of a surprise October transfer this week after claims arrived that Mexican youngster Gilberto Mora will make a move to Anfield.

Andoni Iraola News / Goal.com / October 9

Iraola: Liverpool will miss these players against Manchester City

Significant absences hit Liverpool Andoni Iraola has ruled Alex Isak and Cody Gakpo out of Liverpool's clash with Manchester City next Sunday in the sixth round of the Premier League, with both nursing injuries.

Liverpool FC News / Rousing the Kop / October 9
Virgil van Dijk ridicules Liverpool teammate as he returns to training with drastic haircut

Virgil van Dijk ridicules Liverpool teammate as he returns to training with drastic haircut

Liverpool’s preparations for Sunday’s mammoth clash against Manchester City are well underway, with the Reds returning to training on Thursday. There was good news and bad news for Liverpool fans, with the disappointment of not seeing Alexander Isak or Cody Gakpo out on the pitches countered by the relief that Jeremy Jacquet trained as normal.

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Liverpool FC News / Goal.com / October 9

Ronald Araujo credits Liverpool loan for saving his career after mental health struggles and World Cup heartbreak

Araujo’s transition to the Premier League has been seamless, providing the stability he lacked during his final months at Camp Nou. The 27-year-old has enjoyed a remarkable resurgence under Andoni Iraola, featuring in every match so far this season and establishing himself as the primary choice at right-back.

Liverpool FC News / Rousing the Kop / October 9
Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak may have joined Liverpool training after the cameras stopped rolling on Thursday

Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak may have joined Liverpool training after the cameras stopped rolling on Thursday

Liverpool fans’ worst fears about Sunday’s clash against Manchester City appeared to be confirmed on Thursday as neither Alexander Isak nor Cody Gakpo were spotted in training.

Liverpool FC News / Rush The Kop / October 8
Liverpool fans forced to eat their words as Ronald Araujo issues powerful message to critics

Liverpool fans forced to eat their words as Ronald Araujo issues powerful message to critics

It’s safe to say that Liverpool signing Ronald Araujo on loan from Barcelona raised a few eyebrows. With a defensive rebuild desperately required after

Soccer News / Caught Offside / October 8
Paul Gorst shares worrying Liverpool injury update as two key stars appear to miss training ahead of Man City

Paul Gorst shares worrying Liverpool injury update as two key stars appear to miss training ahead of Man City

Liverpool have suffered a worrying double injury setback ahead of Sunday’s Premier League showdown with Manchester City, with Cody Gakpo and Alexander Isak both appearing to miss Thursday’s training session.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / October 8
Andoni Iraola could unleash ‘relentless’ Liverpool star against Man City amid Isak injury fear

Andoni Iraola could unleash ‘relentless’ Liverpool star against Man City amid Isak injury fear

Liverpool may be forced to contend against Manchester without first-choice striker Alexander Isak. The attacker was joined by Cody Gakpo in the treatment room during the international break, with the pair picking up issues while on duty with Sweden and the Netherlands, respectively.

Andy Robertson News / Empire of the Kop / October 8
Liverpool could return to old Andy Robertson succession plan for next signing

Liverpool could return to old Andy Robertson succession plan for next signing

Liverpool are reportedly prepared to bolster the left-back position with the signing of Bournemouth star Adrien Truffert. The Cherries landed the Frenchman in the summer of 2025 as a replacement for then Anfield-bound fullback Milos Kerkez.

Liverpool FC News / Rush The Kop / October 8
Jürgen Klopp permanent tribute unveiled at Anfield 11 years after Liverpool appointment

Jürgen Klopp permanent tribute unveiled at Anfield 11 years after Liverpool appointment

When a 48-year-old German with a beaming smile sat down in front of a packed media room at Melwood on October 8, 2015, nobody could have truly predicted the emotional rollercoaster that was about to unfold.

Liverpool FC News / Goal.com / October 8
European adventure or MLS-bound? How long Virgil van Dijk can play on as Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink makes pre-free agency prediction for legendary Liverpool defender

European adventure or MLS-bound? How long Virgil van Dijk can play on as Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink makes pre-free agency prediction for legendary Liverpool defender

With Van Dijk’s age being factored into the equation, the general consensus has been that - 12 months on from bidding farewell to ‘Egyptian King’ Mohamed Salah - the Reds will be waving another modern day hero through the exits.

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