Liverpool hosts Manchester City in the standout fixture in the Premier League this weekend. The game kicks-off 4:30 pm on Sunday and can be seen live on Sky Sports Main Event. Below you can find our match preview and best bets, which include a player to be carded.
Best Bets & Predictions
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool to Win | 7/5 @ Matchbook (41.7%) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Liverpool have lost just one of their last 22 Premier League home games against Manchester City (W14 D7), with that defeat coming the only time they hosted them as reigning champions (1-4 in February 2021). City have looked far from watertight in recent weeks and the exciting duo of Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike can cause Pep Guardiola’s side serious issues. With more time to prepare for this clash, the vote goes to Liverpool. |
| Bernardo Silva to be carded | 11/4 @ Sky Bet (41.7%) | ⭐⭐⭐ | Bernardo Silva has been booked five times in the Premier League this season, along with a further three in the Champions League and one in the Carabao Cup. Looking at his record against Liverpool and he has been booked in five of the last seven meetings between the pair. The Anfield crowd will look to get under his skin on Sunday and it would be no surprise to see him collect another caution here. |
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How both teams go into Liverpool vs Man City
Liverpool finally found their groove in the league, ending a run of draws and an early setback to thrash Newcastle 4-1 at Anfield. After falling behind, goals led by Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz powered a dominant comeback, underlining the Reds’ growing confidence under Arne Slot.
That comeback spirit has become a theme, with Liverpool collecting 28 league points from losing positions since last season began. Goals are flowing too, with 15 scored across their last four matches in all competitions, but the race for a top-five finish remains tight as they start the weekend just outside the qualifying spots.
Arsenal fans enjoyed another slip from Manchester City last weekend, as Spurs fought back for a 2-2 draw after City looked in control. Guardiola’s side eased off in the second half and were punished by a Dominic Solanke brace, continuing a worrying run of dropped points.
City have now failed to win five of their last six league games and sit six points behind Arsenal, who rediscovered their cutting edge against Leeds. Away form has also dipped for City, though they did beat Newcastle in midweek to set up a cup final with the Gunners, keeping their season very much alive.
Liverpool team news
Conor Bradley, Alexander Isak and Jeremie Frimpong are all out for the hosts.
Man City team news
Josko Gvardiol, Mateo Kovacic, Jeremy Doku and John Stones will miss the trip to Anfield through injury.
Season Form & Standings
| Team | Pos | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester City | 2 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 5 | 49 | 23 | +26 | 47 |
| Liverpool | 6 | 24 | 11 | 6 | 7 | 39 | 33 | +6 | 39 |
Head-to-Head: Last 6 Meetings
The last six meetings between these sides have been fiercely contested, with both teams claiming two wins apiece and two draws. Four of those matches saw two goals or fewer, reflecting a recent trend towards tighter encounters.
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 09/11/25 | Man City 3-0 Liverpool | Premier League |
| 23/02/25 | Man City 0-2 Liverpool | Premier League |
| 01/12/24 | Liverpool 2-0 Man City | Premier League |
| 10/03/24 | Liverpool 1-1 Man City | Premier League |
| 25/11/23 | Man City 1-1 Liverpool | Premier League |
Conclusion
Manchester City have a shocking record at Anfield and with Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz in such good form, our vote goes to the hosts at 7/5. For those looking for something a little better, Bernardo Silva has been carded in five of his last seven meetings with Liverpool and is 11/4 for another with Sky Bet.
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