The last encounter between the Reds and their rivals ended in a dominant 7-0 victory for Liverpool at Anfield back in March. Gakpo, the Dutch forward, kicked off the scoring for his team in the first half and swiftly secured a brace, marking Liverpool’s most significant win against the Red Devils in their history. Now, Gakpo is optimistic about replicating that outstanding performance, aiming for another commanding triumph against Erik ten Hag’s struggling squad.
Addressing the media, the Netherlands international reminisced, “It was a great game that one. We knew we had to win and after a good first half from both teams the second half we really dominated and scored a lot of goals. I scored just before half-time and I think just two minutes after half-time Darwin (Nunez) scored the second one and two minutes after I scored the third. It was good for us to score that quick after half-time and kill the game. It was amazing.”
“At one point you are not really looking at the score, you just want to dominate and show your best and I think everyone had a really great game that day. Hopefully, we can repeat it.”
United faces challenges with multiple injuries and suspensions as they approach this pivotal Premier League clash. Former captain Harry Maguire’s absence due to injury and current skipper Bruno Fernandes’ suspension after accumulating five yellow cards in the ongoing season will affect their lineup.
Jurgen Klopp’s team, currently holding a slender one-point lead over Arsenal at the top of the table, cannot afford to be complacent. They aim to extend their Premier League winning streak to four games as they meet United at Anfield on Sunday.
Liverpool performance and stats
Liverpool
Liverpool is currently 1st in the Premier League with 37 points.
In the last 16 games, it has won 11 times, drawn 4 times, and lost once. In its last match, Liverpool won 1-2 against Crystal Palace.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 36 goals and conceding 15.
Liverpool will play the next match in Premier League against Manchester United on Sunday 17th of December in Liverpool. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.
Manchester United performance and stats
Manchester United
Manchester United is currently 7th in the Premier League with 27 points.
In the last 16 games, it has won 9 times and lost 7 times. In its last match, Manchester United lost 0-3 against AFC Bournemouth.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 18 goals and conceding 21.
Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Liverpool on Sunday 17th of December in Liverpool. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.
