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13:33
The game begins with the Citizens clad in light blue kicking off. The ball is played back to Ederson, who catches his long ball right on an LFC player. Even if nothing happens, the Brazilian provides a first moment of shock here.
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game start
13:20
Darwin Nunez has also had problems with the Reds recently, but the Uruguayan was able to use the international break to get back into training. However, it is not enough for the starting eleven, he initially sits on the bench. The offensive line at Liverpool today consists of Diogo Jota, Cody Gakpo and Mo Salah.
13:11
The biggest personal question before the game was about Erling Haaland. The top scorer was injured before the international break and apparently didn’t win the race against time. The Norwegian is not in the squad. Julian Alvarez, who recently renewed his contract with the Citizens, takes over his position in attack.
13:04
At the other end, every point counts for Liverpool FC too. Contrary to what might have been expected, the Reds are no longer about titles, but about playing internationally and ideally in the premier class next year. According to the current status, the Reds would still have to catch up with Tottenham Hotspur, who are in fourth place with a seven-point lead and two games more. Consistency, which the Reds have not shown recently, also helps with this project. The 7-0 gala against Man United, for example, was followed by an anemic performance in the 0-1 draw in Bournemouth.
12:59 p.m
Manchester City, for example, is playing for the championship as usual. The differences to previous years: On the one hand, the main competitor this year is Arsenal FC, who have been able to win the title again for 19 years. On the other hand, the Citizens are clearly in the role of the hunter. The Skyblues are currently eight points behind the leaders, but still have a game up their sleeve. Nevertheless, winning for Pep Guardiola’s men is still a must. With three wins in a row in the Premier League, they managed to do better again, but they weren’t completely convincing.
12:48 p.m
The pressure on the two teams has been high in this encounter lately and of course it is today. This time the constellation is a little different. While the Citizens and the Reds often met in a direct duel for the championship or in the late knockout rounds of the various competitions, each has their own problems and worries today, which make this game particularly important.
12:42 p.m
Hello and welcome to matchday 29 of the Premier League! English football fans can look forward to the evergreen of recent history when Manchester City meet Liverpool FC at their home Etihad Stadium. Kick-off is at 1:30 p.m