Liverpool’s start to the season has been defined by two extremes: total superiority at home and unexpected fragility on the road, where all three recent defeats have occurred. The Reds boast a perfect home record (five wins from five), consistently scoring multiple goals at Anfield. However, concerns persist at the back following injuries to key defensive personnel, including Ibrahima Konate and possibly Alisson, introducing a rare element of doubt for the hosts.
For Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United, inconsistency is the core theme. While they have secured good home victories, their away form is dismal, remaining winless on the road since March. The Red Devils have been defensively porous in their travels, conceding seven goals in their last three away trips, including heavy losses against Brentford and Manchester City. This suggests they will struggle immensely to contain Liverpool’s potent attack, especially under intense Anfield pressure.
The head-to-head record heavily favours Liverpool on Merseyside, where United are winless in their last nine visits. Expect Slot’s men to dominate possession, wearing down a vulnerable United defence until the inevitable breach.
Betting Picks:
Main Bet: Liverpool to Win (1.60). The home advantage and United’s away record are too compelling to ignore.
Value Pick: Liverpool to Win & Both Teams to Score (BTTS) (~2.70). Given Liverpool’s recent defensive fragility and United’s capability to hit on the counter, this offers excellent value.
Alternative: Mohamed Salah Anytime Goalscorer (~2.00). Salah has a phenomenal record against United (16 goals), making him the most reliable threat in this fixture.
