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Liverpool vs. Leeds
United
Tuesday, November 29, 2016 –
7:45pm (GMT)
Anfield
League Cup
Referee: Andre Marriner
The Reds battled their way to a 2-0
win at home to Sunderland in the
Premier League on Saturday, but
attention now turns to the League
Cup.
Liverpool were defeated on penalties
by Man City in last season’s final, and
Jurgen Klopp will be desperate to go
one better this season.
A resurgent Leeds side travel to
Merseyside attempting to cause an
upset, with Garry Monk’s side in the
Championship play-off positions
currently.
While Liverpool will understandably be
strong favourites to progress, they will
not have it all their own way against a
club with great history of their own.
The Reds and the Whites have had
some memorable clashes down the
years, from the hot-headed Charity
Shield showdown in 1974 to
Liverpool’s late show at Elland Road in
the FA Cup fourth round in 2001.
Tuesday’s encounter could provide
more drama in a classic British
footballing matchup—a win for
Liverpool puts them closer to a first
piece of silverware in five years.
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Last Meeting
Leeds were relegated from the Premier
League in 2004, with their last league
showdown with Liverpool a 2-2 draw
at Elland Road in February of that year.
It was five years before the two teams
met each other again.
That meeting came in the League Cup
third round, with Rafa Benitez ‘s Reds
sneaking a 1-0 victory at the home of
their opponents.
The game’s only goal came via the
right foot of much-maligned striker
David N’Gog, with the Frenchman
finishing clinically to send his side
into the fourth round.
It is now over seven years later, but
Liverpool supporters will hope for the
same outcome.
Opposition Q&A
We spoke to Leeds fan Rik Cridland
( @RikCridland) to get his thoughts on
Leeds’ season and their chances of
springing a shock at Anfield.
Leeds currently sit 5th in the
Championship table—this must be a
joy after so many years of
disappointment, right?
We are Leeds fans, we won’t be taking
anything for granted! Yes, it’s very
nice to be up there, but sadly the last
15 years has taught us to be wary.
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Things change very quickly in football
and particularly with an owner like
Massimo Cellino. But yes, the team’s
good to watch at the minute, so we’re
enjoying ourselves.
Who do you see as Leeds’ key men
going into the game?
It’s tricky to know what team Monk
will go for, as he’s mixed it up in
previous rounds, but I’d expect the
big man Pontus Jansson to come
back in. He and Kyle Bartley at
centre-back have been awesome this
season.
Also keep an eye out for Hadi Sakho,
a winger with bags of pace and
trickery. On his day, he is very exciting
to watch and creates chances from
nothing.
Switching our attention to Liverpool,
how do you rate them this season?
Any players you’re particularly fond
or scared of?
It’s nice to see Liverpool doing well
and playing some attractive football.
I’ve heard people question whether
you can defend, but given your
propensity to score five or six goals at
the other end, who cares?
Frankly, all your forward line are scary
so we’re just hoping you lot have an
off day.
If I have a favourite Liverpool player
it’s going to be James Milner , isn’t it?
Amazing to think that he was only 17
when we last played you guys at
Anfield in 2003.
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What’s your prediction for Tuesday’s
game—a shock on the cards?
If it had been at Elland Road I’d have
been more optimistic about us getting
a result, but it’s going to be tough. We
just have to hope you guys have an
off game and we can rattle you a little.
If we can keep it tight and maybe even
nick an early goal, who knows? I’m
going for 1-1 and then penalties.
Leeds to win.
Team News
Klopp has been dealt a blow with the
news that Philippe Coutinho will be
until for the rest of 2016, after he
suffered ankle ligament damage
against Sunderland.
In truth, the Brazilian was likely to be
rested for the visit of Leeds anyway,
but longer term, it could be damaging
to Liverpool’s title aspirations.
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Daniel Sturridge and Adam Lallana are
both also out with respective calf and
groin problems, although the
attacking duo should be fit sooner
rather than later.
Roberto Firmino is unlikely to feature
either, having not trained on Monday.
The Reds’ starting lineup is expected
to be much-changed on Tuesday, as
was the case against Tottenham in the
last 16, when Klopp made 11
alterations.
Simon Mignolet, Trent Alexander-
Arnold , Lucas Leiva , Ragnar Klavan
and Alberto Moreno could all come
into the back line, while youngsters
Marko Grujic and Ovie Ejaria will hope
to start in midfield.
Divock Origi should lead the line after
his match-changing strike against
Sunderland, and prodigious teenager
Ben Woodburn could also feature,
having made his senior debut on
Saturday.
Form
Liverpool – Last five results (all
competitions)
Won 2-0 vs. Sunderland
Won 6-1 vs. Watford
Won 4-2 vs. Crystal Palace
Won 2-1 vs. Tottenham
Won 2-1 vs. West Brom
Leeds – Last five results (all
competitions)
Won 2-1 vs. Rotherham
Lost 2-0 vs. Newcastle
Won 3-2 vs. Norwich
Won 2-0 vs. Burton
Drew 2-2 vs. Norwich (won 3-2 on
penalties)
Klopp’s View
Klopp spoke about Origi’s lack of
opportunities this season, saying it is
something you have to deal with as a
footballer:
“There’s no alternative to being
patient. Moan everyday? Talk to me
everyday?
“That’s the way it works. It wasn’t the
most easy time for him, but it’s not
that it’s the worst time in his life.
“The group is very respectful. It’s a
good group, so how we handle the
players—as long as they want and as
long as they work—they can get all
the help they want.
“It’s the same for Divock and a few
other players. If you have a quality
group it’s more difficult to go through
the door.
“It’s not that serious or hard. It’s not
nice, but it’s training, with good
people around. That’s good and he’s
in a good way again.”
One to Watch: Charlie
Taylor
Back in August, Liverpool were
loosely linked with a move for Charlie
Taylor, but it never came to fruition.
The 23-year-old left-back is a
talented young player, and at 6’1″ tall,
he is not one to be daunted by a
physical challenge either.
It will be worth keeping an eye on
Taylor on Tuesday evening to see if
he has the potential to be a future
Reds player.
That is, of course, assuming he starts.
You can never second-guess
managers in the League Cup these

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Liverpool vs. Sunderland

Saturday, November 26, 2016 – 3pm (BST)
Anfield
Premier League
Referee: Anthony Taylor

Liverpool’s goalless draw at Southampton last weekend was frustrating, with the Reds easily did enough to win the game – and Jurgen Klopp‘s side will be looking to get back to the free scoring ways of before the international break.

David Moyes though says he’s planning to “park the double-decker bus” at Anfield.

Sunderland have won their last two games, with former Everton and Man United boss Moyes looking to cause an upset on Merseyside.


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Another Anfield annihilation, or Moyes’ bus causing problems? – Liverpool vs. Sunderland Preview

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Liverpool look to return to winning ways on Saturday afternoon as Sunderland visit Anfield in the Premier League.

Liverpool vs. Sunderland

Saturday, November 26, 2016 – 3pm (BST)
Anfield
Premier League
Referee: Anthony Taylor

Liverpool’s goalless draw at Southampton last weekend was frustrating, with the Reds easily did enough to win the game – and Jurgen Klopp‘s side will be looking to get back to the free scoring ways of before the international break.

David Moyes though says he’s planning to “park the double-decker bus” at Anfield.

Sunderland have won their last two games, with former Everton and Man United boss Moyes looking to cause an upset on Merseyside.

A repeat of the 6-1 thumping of Watford last time out at Anfield would make for another memorable afternoon, as Liverpool look to stay right in the title hunt.

The Reds trail current leaders Chelsea by one point going into the weekend.

Last Meeting: Liverpool 2-2 Sunderland


Opposition Q & A

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Saturday, March 29, 2014: Manchester United's David Moyes during the Premiership match against Aston Villa at Old Trafford. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

We spoke to Sunderland fan Rory Fallow (@RoryFallow), contributor to the Roker Report blog and podcast, to get his thoughts on the Black Cats’ campaign, and this weekend’s Anfield showdown.

How would you rate Sunderland’s season so far, out of 10? Who have been the standout players?

Not very highly, despite recent back-to-back wins. I’d give it a 3/10 but before we actually managed to get a couple of wins, it was probably minus figures.

Jermain Defoe is the obvious answer in terms of stand out players. When you watch him play, it’s like he’s never aged and he’s still scoring for fun. At the other end, Jordan Pickford has been brilliant in goal and looks like he’ll get his first England cap this season.

It was great for him to finally get a clean-sheet in the Hull game, because he’s kept a few matches respectable for us. The recent revelation though is Victor Anichebe! Two starts, three goals and watching him bully defenders has been brilliant. The hold up play and the space Anichebe opens up has finally given us an identity on the pitch.

It’s a pretty obvious plan but hopefully one that teams keep finding difficult to stop. While we can’t expect such brilliant performances from ‘Cheebs’ every week, it’s great to see something clicking in the team, at last.

You seem to miraculously escape relegation every season, but do you think this year might be a step too far?

The first 10 games of the season were far worse than any of the previous survival campaigns, which led to most fans thinking this would be the year we drop.

We’ve put ourselves back in with a chance now, though, and there’s certainly some other terrible teams down there with us, so you never know.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, February 6, 2016: Liverpool's Roberto Firmino in action against Sunderland during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Focusing on Saturday’s game, how highly do you rate this Liverpool side and certain players? Title contenders?

You have to have a heart of stone or be an Everton/Man United fan to not enjoy watching this Liverpool team. The way Jurgen Klopp has the side playing is fantastic and Klopp himself is such a great character. I think you’ll definitely finish top-four and be serious title contenders.

Adam Lallana is the standout player, for me. Great technique, he can create, finish and he works hard. I have to mention Jordan Henderson as well – I love seeing him doing so well. The determination of him was evident as soon as he broke into our team and it didn’t surprise me to see him get given the captain’s armband at Liverpool.

What’s your prediction? How do you see the match panning out in a tactical sense?

I can’t see us getting anything out of the game – you’ll just have too much for us going forward. Our plan will be to use Anichebe to take the pressure off the defence, holding up the ball and slowing the game down. Jason Denayer will screen the back four and look to track any late runs through the middle, with John O’Shea dictating and organising at the back.

Your quick, attacking movement will obviously see you create chances and you’ve got the personnel to put those opportunities away, something that we got away with against Hull.

We’ll need all of our players to be at their best and their concentration levels will have to be 100% too. If Pickford has a Jurgen Macho-esque game then maybe we’ll nick something but I’m not confident. 3-1 to Liverpool.


Team News

LONDON, ENGLAND - Friday, September 16, 2016: Liverpool's Adam Lallana celebrates after the 2-1 victory over Chelsea during the FA Premier League match at Stamford Bridge. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

The only major absentee for the Reds is likely to be Adam Lallana, with the 28-year-old still not back in training after picking up a groin injury with England.

Klopp could field the same starting line-up that drew at Southampton last time around, with Emre Can and Georginio Wijnaldum ahead of the more deep-lying Jordan Henderson in midfield.

Alternatively, he could be bold and play Philippe Coutinho in midfield in place of Can or Wijnaldum, allowing Daniel Sturridge to come into the attack.

Jason Denayer is a doubt for Sunderland because of a tight hamstring, while former Man United youngster Paddy McNair has been ruled out for the entire season after suffering cruciate ligament damage.

Lee Cattermole is also not expected to return until well into 2017, while Jack Rodwell and ex-Liverpool forward Fabio Borini are unavailable for Saturday’s game.


Form

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - Saturday, November 19, 2016: Liverpool's captain Jordan Henderson applauds the travelling supporters after the goal-less draw with Southampton during the FA Premier League match at St. Mary's Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool – Last five results (all competitions)

Drew 0-0 vs. Southampton
Won 6-1 vs. Watford
Won 4-2 vs. Crystal Palace
Won 2-1 vs. Tottenham
Won 2-1 vs. West Brom

Sunderland – Last five results (all competitions)

Won 3-0 vs. Hull
Won 2-1 vs. Bournemouth
Lost 4-1 vs. Arsenal
Lost 1-0 vs. Southampton
Lost 1-0 vs. West Ham


Klopp’s View

Klopp’s pre-match press conference was dominated by questions on Steven Gerrard, but on Sunderland he said:

“It will be the opposite of easy.

“Especially Anichebe. (He’s a) very physical, strong guy. Maybe they (Sunderland) have played better games than against Hull and Bournemouth but they won, that’s the most important thing. They have confidence now.

“Everybody knows everything about Defoe. He’s a good striker, experienced and still really quick.

“Sunderland have taken six points out of their last two games. We only took four so they are favourites if you like.”


One to Watch: Jermain Defoe

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, February 6, 2016: Sunderland's goal-scorer Jermain Defoe celebrates the 2-2 draw against Liverpool during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

He may be 34 years old, but Defoe continues to score goals in the Premier League.

The former England striker is in good form having scored in each of the Black Cats’ last three league games.

He has seven league goals this season – which is more than any Liverpool player!

Liverpool’s goalless draw at Southampton last weekend was frustrating, with the Reds easily did enough to win the game – and Jurgen Klopp‘s side will be looking to get back to the free scoring ways of before the international break.

David Moyes though says he’s planning to “park the double-decker bus” at Anfield.

Sunderland have won their last two games, with former Everton and Man United boss Moyes looking to cause an upset on Merseyside.

A repeat of the 6-1 thumping of Watford last time out at Anfield would make for another memorable afternoon, as Liverpool look to stay right in the title hunt.

The Reds trail current leaders Chelsea by one point going into the weekend.

Last Meeting: Liverpool 2-2 Sunderland

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - Saturday, March 29, 2014: Manchester United's David Moyes during the Premiership match against Aston Villa at Old Trafford. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

We spoke to Sunderland fan Rory Fallow (@RoryFallow), contributor to the Roker Report blog and podcast, to get his thoughts on the Black Cats’ campaign, and this weekend’s Anfield showdown.

How would you rate Sunderland’s season so far, out of 10? Who have been the standout players?

Not very highly, despite recent back-to-back wins. I’d give it a 3/10 but before we actually managed to get a couple of wins, it was probably minus figures.

Jermain Defoe is the obvious answer in terms of stand out players. When you watch him play, it’s like he’s never aged and he’s still scoring for fun. At the other end, Jordan Pickford has been brilliant in goal and looks like he’ll get his first England cap this season.

It was great for him to finally get a clean-sheet in the Hull game, because he’s kept a few matches respectable for us. The recent revelation though is Victor Anichebe! Two starts, three goals and watching him bully defenders has been brilliant. The hold up play and the space Anichebe opens up has finally given us an identity on the pitch.

It’s a pretty obvious plan but hopefully one that teams keep finding difficult to stop. While we can’t expect such brilliant performances from ‘Cheebs’ every week, it’s great to see something clicking in the team, at last.

You seem to miraculously escape relegation every season, but do you think this year might be a step too far?

The first 10 games of the season were far worse than any of the previous survival campaigns, which led to most fans thinking this would be the year we drop.

We’ve put ourselves back in with a chance now, though, and there’s certainly some other terrible teams down there with us, so you never know.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, February 6, 2016: Liverpool's Roberto Firmino in action against Sunderland during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Focusing on Saturday’s game, how highly do you rate this Liverpool side and certain players? Title contenders?

You have to have a heart of stone or be an Everton/Man United fan to not enjoy watching this Liverpool team. The way Jurgen Klopp has the side playing is fantastic and Klopp himself is such a great character. I think you’ll definitely finish top-four and be serious title contenders.

Adam Lallana is the standout player, for me. Great technique, he can create, finish and he works hard. I have to mention Jordan Henderson as well – I love seeing him doing so well. The determination of him was evident as soon as he broke into our team and it didn’t surprise me to see him get given the captain’s armband at Liverpool.

What’s your prediction? How do you see the match panning out in a tactical sense?

I can’t see us getting anything out of the game – you’ll just have too much for us going forward. Our plan will be to use Anichebe to take the pressure off the defence, holding up the ball and slowing the game down. Jason Denayer will screen the back four and look to track any late runs through the middle, with John O’Shea dictating and organising at the back.

Your quick, attacking movement will obviously see you create chances and you’ve got the personnel to put those opportunities away, something that we got away with against Hull.

We’ll need all of our players to be at their best and their concentration levels will have to be 100% too. If Pickford has a Jurgen Macho-esque game then maybe we’ll nick something but I’m not confident. 3-1 to Liverpool.


Team News

LONDON, ENGLAND - Friday, September 16, 2016: Liverpool's Adam Lallana celebrates after the 2-1 victory over Chelsea during the FA Premier League match at Stamford Bridge. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

The only major absentee for the Reds is likely to be Adam Lallana, with the 28-year-old still not back in training after picking up a groin injury with England.

Klopp could field the same starting line-up that drew at Southampton last time around, with Emre Can and Georginio Wijnaldum ahead of the more deep-lying Jordan Henderson in midfield.

Alternatively, he could be bold and play Philippe Coutinho in midfield in place of Can or Wijnaldum, allowing Daniel Sturridge to come into the attack.

Jason Denayer is a doubt for Sunderland because of a tight hamstring, while former Man United youngster Paddy McNair has been ruled out for the entire season after suffering cruciate ligament damage.

Lee Cattermole is also not expected to return until well into 2017, while Jack Rodwell and ex-Liverpool forward Fabio Borini are unavailable for Saturday’s game.


Form

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - Saturday, November 19, 2016: Liverpool's captain Jordan Henderson applauds the travelling supporters after the goal-less draw with Southampton during the FA Premier League match at St. Mary's Stadium. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

Liverpool – Last five results (all competitions)

Drew 0-0 vs. Southampton
Won 6-1 vs. Watford
Won 4-2 vs. Crystal Palace
Won 2-1 vs. Tottenham
Won 2-1 vs. West Brom

Sunderland – Last five results (all competitions)

Won 3-0 vs. Hull
Won 2-1 vs. Bournemouth
Lost 4-1 vs. Arsenal
Lost 1-0 vs. Southampton
Lost 1-0 vs. West Ham


Klopp’s View

Klopp’s pre-match press conference was dominated by questions on Steven Gerrard, but on Sunderland he said:

“It will be the opposite of easy.

“Especially Anichebe. (He’s a) very physical, strong guy. Maybe they (Sunderland) have played better games than against Hull and Bournemouth but they won, that’s the most important thing. They have confidence now.

“Everybody knows everything about Defoe. He’s a good striker, experienced and still really quick.

“Sunderland have taken six points out of their last two games. We only took four so they are favourites if you like.”


One to Watch: Jermain Defoe

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday, February 6, 2016: Sunderland's goal-scorer Jermain Defoe celebrates the 2-2 draw against Liverpool during the Premier League match at Anfield. (Pic by David Rawcliffe/Propaganda)

He may be 34 years old, but Defoe continues to score goals in the Premier League.

The former England striker is in good form having scored in each of the Black Cats’ last three league games.

He has seven league goals this season – which is more than any Liverpool player!


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The red will face the black cat in what will seems to be a tough away trip for the black cat. Match preview to follow soon.

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The thunder that will fire the mid If they dnt push Liverpool thread to front page is doing press up. which kind cheating is this. how on earth will man u thread make front page while Liverpool is not on front page?

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Injury blow hit Liverpool as countinho and lailana hit by hamstring and groin injury. This is a major blow.

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Match preview :







Adam Lallana is unlikely to feature for
Liverpool as they look to strengthen
their lead at the top of the Premier
League with victory at Southampton.
The midfielder, who has been in
impressive form for club and country,
suffered a groin injury in England's 2-
draw with Spain at Wembley on
Tuesday.
Southampton sit in 10th place and will
be looking to halt Liverpool's
impressive form with Jurgen Klopp's
side thrashing Watford 6-1 in their last
league outing.
Liverpool sit top of the league with a
one-point advantage over Chelsea,
who take on Middlesbrough on Nissan
Super Sunday.
Liverpool 6-1 Watford
Team news
Fraser Forster and Dusan Tadic have
been passed fit to start for
Southampton after suffering injuries
while on international duty.
Tadic could yet require a protective
mask to protect his nose injury, but of
greater concern to manager Claude
Puel will be the late fitness tests Ryan
Bertrand, Cedric Soares, James Ward-
Prowse and Shane Long are to
undergo.
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is also fit after a
knock, but Alex McCarthy and Matt
Targett miss out.
Fraser Forster has been passed fit to play
Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho
may be a doubt for the trip to St
Mary's.
The Brazil international underwent a
precautionary scan on Thursday
having returned from South America
the previous night.
Georginio Wijnaldum is set to return fo
the visitors.
Hull 2-1 Southampton
Opta
Southampton have lost their last two
Premier League games - their first
successive league defeats since
February/March 2016.
Claude Puel's side have won just one
of their last five league games.
However, the manager will be
encouraged by the fact the Saints have
lost only one of their last 10 games.
Hull 2-1 Southampton
Puel will not, however, be encouraged
by the amount of points his team have
dropped from winning positions this
season, with eight points falling by the
wayside.
Liverpool have won seven of their last
eight league games and are unbeaten
in their last nine, in what is their best
run under Jurgen Klopp.
Liverpool have four former
Southampton players in Sadio
Mane, Nathaniel Clyne, Adam Lallana,
Dejan Lovren and Mane.
Sadio Mane celebrates after opening the
scoring for Liverpool against Watford
Merson's prediction
This should be a real, real good game.
For Liverpool, these are the times
you've got to take advantage. Other
teams will come back from
international duty, look at the fixtures
and think: "Wait a minute, we've got
Champions League and Europa League
this week, do we rest players or not?"
Liverpool don't have to do that. Jurgen
Klopp can play his best team, tell them
to have a couple days off in the week,
and that's your advantage.
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Southampton have had a couple of
shocking results, being completely
outplayed by Chelsea, and then going
to Hull and losing. All of a sudden,
they're on a bit of a slump with the
Europa League game coming up.
Three weeks ago this looked like a
difficult game, and all of a sudden it
doesn't now.
Liverpool so far this season are the
most exciting team in the Premier
League, but there's a long way to go.
PAUL PREDICTS: 1-3

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TEAM NEWS Liverpool's James Milner is fit again after illness ruled him out of the win at Crystal Palace. Emre Can and Georginio Wijnaldum, who missed some training this week after feeling unwell, have both recovered. Watford defender Sebastian Prodl is a doubt after suffering a muscle injury against Hull last weekend. Craig Cathcart (groin) and Isaac Success (muscle problem) are both out, while striker Stefano Okaka (hamstring) faces a late fitness test. Liverpool Danny Ings underwent knee surgery in midweek and will be out for the rest of the season. MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES Steve Bower: "Jurgen Klopp might be trying to dampen the 'great entertainers' tag, but Liverpool's football so far this season has captured the imagination of the whole league. "After they put four past Crystal Palace last weekend, Eagles manager Alan Pardew confessed that Liverpool were the best team his side had faced all year. "Whilst the obvious defensive questions still remain, the challenge for anyone to get a result at Anfield is an ever- increasing one with Klopp's men unbeaten at home since January. "Watford will certainly be wary of that, although they do arrive on Merseyside on the back of three clean sheets in a row and a win over Hull - despite not having had a shot on target in the match! "Walter Mazzarri's organisational influence has been clearly evident in the Hornets' solid start to the season, though that will face the ultimate test at Anfield." Twitter: @stevebowercomm WHAT THE MANAGERS SAY Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp: "Watford play a different system to a lot of other teams in the league. We have to work on this, we have done it all week, and try to play football. "It's Anfield and [we want to] take a positive result before the international break." Watford head coach Walter Mazzarri: "We know that Liverpool is one of the teams that is in top form at the moment in the Premier League and the results are showing this. "They are playing very well, they have a great team and great players and the coach is managing them very well, so I think they can be one of the title contenders. But of course, we want to go there and make a great performance and make our fans happy." LAWRO'S PREDICTION Liverpool are conceding goals - their only clean sheet in the league so far was their 0-0 draw against Manchester United - but, while that is an issue, when they are winning and scoring lots of goals, it is not a problem. Prediction: 3-0 Lawro's full predictions v ex-Pussycat Dolls star Nicole Scherzinger Think you can do better than Lawro? Predict the score for this match and the rest of this round's Premier League fixtures in our Predictor game MATCH FACTS Head-to-head Liverpool have won four of the last five league meetings. Watford's first-ever win in the Premier League came at Anfield - 1-0 in 1999. There has never been a draw between these two teams in the Premier League - Liverpool have won four matches, Watford two. Liverpool Liverpool are unbeaten in eight league matches (W6, D2) and 10 games in all competitions (W8, D2). The Reds are unbeaten at Anfield this season (W3, D1). But they have kept just one clean sheet in this season's Premier League (the 0-0 draw v Man Utd). Nine different Liverpool players have scored a goal for the Reds in the Premier League so far this season - no side can boast a better record. Watford Watford have lost just one of their last seven league games (W4, D2). The Hornets have kept three clean sheets in a row. But they have scored just two goals in their last three games - and last weekend managed to win without having a shot on target. Troy Deeney is waiting to score his 100th Watford goal but hasn't scored in his last three league games.
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M-C-F - Maine - Countinho and firmnho sink crystal palace .

tosyne2much:
I predict this game to be draw

He go clear for your eye soon. The trio of M-C-F maine - countinho and firmnho will tear crystal palace defense.

TEAM NEWS West Brom defender Jonny Evans returns after serving a one-match ban. However, Claudio Yacob is suspended after accumulating five yellow cards, while Saido Berahino won't be considered due to a lack of fitness. Manchester City will assess midfielder Kevin de Bruyne, who injured his calf against Southampton last weekend. Defender Pablo Zabaleta could be involved after missing the last two games with a foot injury, while captain Vincent Kompany is available. MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES Guy Mowbray: "Behind Pep Guardiola's polite smile, there seems a growing irritation with being asked if he's prepared to change his style of play to get Manchester City winning again. "Not a chance. There's a quest for a kind of footballing perfection at play here, and at times they've been close to it already this season - just ask Ronald Koeman. "If the frustration of City fans is that it's all a bit 'over done' at times, then their Albion counterparts have contrary concerns. "Like Guardiola though, Tony Pulis - who this week extended his contract until 2018 - is not for changing. "Both have been successful enough in their own way to stay true to their ideas. "Both could really do with a win. In their own way." Twitter: @Guymowbray WHAT THE MANAGERS SAY West Brom head coach Tony Pulis on his new contract: "This is a time of great change at Albion and when that happens you need continuity. "I want to build things here and play my part in improving the club. You cannot do these things overnight but I do believe, step by step, we are making advances. "I think the bulk of our fans understand the process we embarked upon under the shadow of relegation less than two years ago." Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on City's six-match winless run: "For the players, they don't deserve this. We are in this period like it is but it will make us stronger in the future, I am sure about that. "I need time to learn, to improve. I'm still in that process. We have to learn as quickly as possible." LAWRO'S PREDICTION I will be at this game for BBC Radio 5 live and I am expecting the Baggies to make life difficult for Manchester City, or at least try to - but I think Pep Guardiola's six- game winless run will end at the Hawthorns. Prediction: 0-2
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There are wide speculation that Big SAM Alardyce will tak over from David moyes if they lose today.

Liverpool are looking to win their
sixth Premier League game in seven
on Saturday, as they take on Crystal
Palace at Selhurst Park.
Crystal Palace vs.
Liverpool
Saturday, October 29, 2016 –
5:30pm (BST)
Selhurst Park
Premier League
Referee: Andre Marriner
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Life as a Liverpool supporter couldn’t
be much better right now.
The Reds are playing some wonderful
football under a world-class manager,
and they are picking up victories at
the same time.
Having knocked Tottenham Hotspur
out of the League Cup on Tuesday
night, attention now turns back to
Premier League commitments.
Trips to Crystal Palace are never
straightforward, and under the
Selhurst Park floodlights, a fervent
atmosphere will be created.
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Jurgen Klopp had the luxury of resting
all of his key players for the Spurs
game, so his side should be in perfect
physical condition against one
capable of causing any team
problems.
A Liverpool win would see them at
least stay level on points with leaders
Man City, but Klopp will hope their
rivals slip up earlier in the day.
Palace, meanwhile, have had a
disappointing 2016, winning just five
times in 28 attempts in the league.
They have failed to win in their last
three top-flight games, although their
current 11th-placed standing is fairly
solid.
Everything points towards Liverpool
seeing off their opponents, but the
Premier League has shown time and
time again that games of this ilk are
potential banana skins.
Last Meeting: Crystal Palace 1-2
Liverpool: 10 men Reds take three
points
Opposition Q & A
We spoke to Palace fan Joel Buckwell
ahead of the game, getting his
thoughts on the Eagles’ recent form
and their chances of victory this
weekend.
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It has been a tough 2016 for Palace—
are you happy with the job Alan
Pardew is doing? And what have you
made of their start to this season?
Yes. Apart from the FA Cup run, 2016
hasn’t been all fun and games at
Palace, but I think this summer’s
transfer window has helped turn
things around. Personally, I’m happy
with Pardew as he’s brought in quality
players who have strengthened the
squad.
It feels like we now have a fully
functioning Premier League squad
with decent players not guaranteed a
start, whereas the last few seasons
we’ve had a strong 11 or 12 with a
bench lacking the same level, hence
haemorrhaging points after injuries at
the end of last season.
Pardew has a lot of history with Palace
and chairman Steve Parish seems to
really back him. I hope he sticks
around for many years to come and
helps take us to greater heights.
How has Christian Benteke done
since joining in the summer?
It took him a few games to find his
feet, but now we’re seeing what he’s
all about and we’re reaping the
rewards. I know he wasn’t a favourite
at Liverpool, but we play a style that
caters to his strengths.
We’ve been crying out for a strong,
15-goal-a-season lone striker with
aerial presence for a while now. I think
he’ll keep building on what he’s
already started this season. I just hope
he practices taking penalties in
training!
With Saturday in mind, which
Liverpool players are you most wary
of?
Philippe Coutinho! I feel that our
defence can take wave after wave of
Liverpool attacks, especially with Scott
Dann looking to be fit again, but
Coutinho’s long-range “worldy”
strikes from outside the box are just
unstoppable.
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We all know Jordan Henderson has it
in his locker too. I hope Mandanda, or
“STEVE” as he’s known at Selhurst
Park, has a game to remember.
What’s your prediction?
It’s never easy for you boys at
Selhurst—I really think we are in for
great game.
Goals are almost guaranteed on
Saturday with your high pressing
attacking game and us being so good
on the counter. It’s a score draw from
me, 2-2 or 3-3 (with a hint of bias).
I think Benteke feels that he has a
point to prove against his old club,
and especially Klopp. Fingers crossed
he manages to keep up his recent
form and find the back of the net.
Selhurst Park
LONDON, ENGLAND - Saturday, February
Capacity: 26,309
Away fans’ pubs: Pubs in Thornton
Heath are more accommodating to
away fans than Selhurst or South
Norwood now the Spoons in South
Norwood has closed down. Flora
Sandes is the Spoons in Thornton
Heath and you should have no
problem getting in there and it is right
opposite the train station.
Team News
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - Saturday,
As mentioned, Klopp’s first-choice
starting lineup were all left out against
Spurs, ensuring they are all raring to
go for the trip to south London.
Daniel Sturridge did all he could to
force his way into the team, scoring
both goals against Mauricio
Pochettino’s side, but he will still likely
have to settle for a place on the
bench, along with Divock Origi.
The frightening attacking trident of
Sadio Mane , Philippe Coutinho and
Roberto Firmino should all be recalled,
as is likely with Loris Karius, Nathaniel
Clyne, Joel Matip, Dejan Lovren,
Jordan Henderson and Adam Lallana .
James Milner ‘s health will be closely
monitored, with the 30-year-old
missing Tuesday’s game through
illness—if he isn’t deemed fit to
feature, Alberto Moreno could keep
his place.
Georginio Wijnaldum is back fully fit
again, and having impressed in
midweek, there is every chance he will
take Emre Can‘s place in midfield.
LONDON, ENGLAND - Saturday, May 9,
Meanwhile, Pardew is sweating over
the fitness Jason Puncheon after
missing last weekend’s 3-1 defeat to
Leicester City with a calf issue.
Centre-back Scott Dann is back in
contention, however, having
recovered from a hamstring injury.
Loic Remy, Jonathan Benteke and
Pape Soares are all out for the
foreseeable future.
Form
Liverpool – Last five results (all
competitions)
Won 2-1 vs. Tottenham
Won 2-1 vs. West Brom
Drew 0-0 vs. Man United
Won 2-1 vs. Swansea City
Won 5-1 vs. Hull City
Crystal Palace – Last five results (all
competitions)
Lost 3-1 vs. Leicester City
Lost 1-0 vs. West Ham
Drew 1-1 vs. Everton
Won 3-2 vs. Sunderland
Lost 2-0 vs. Southampton
Klopp’s View
Klopp discussed the importance of
keeping his entire squad happy,
saying he always welcomes the input
of his players:
“I’m always honest and I say my door
and the door in the team is always
open but it’s about performing.
“We have always this agreement: work
hard, don’t talk too much, win games.
If a player doesn’t want to be happy I
can’t keep him happy, but if he wants
to be happy it’s quite easy for me to
keep him happy.
“Being happy only when you make 48
games, it’s difficult for each player. To
feel you are important for the team,
that’s 100 per cent true for each
player in the squad. I think it’s not too
difficult to be happy in our team.”
One to Watch: Christian
Benteke
Players coming up against their
former clubs is often a dangerous
proposition, and Benteke will be raring
to go on Saturday.
The striker had a disappointing spell
as a Liverpool player last season, and
it was obvious early on that Klopp
didn’t see a future for him at Anfield.
What cannot be denied is that Benteke
is a good striker, though, and his
power, aerial threat and eye for goal
could cause the likes of Matip and
Lovren real problems.!
Benteke has already scored three
goals in his first seven appearances
for the Eagles—don’t bet against him
adding to that tally this weekend.
Odds & TV Info
Liverpool are the strong favourites to
win on Saturday, as has invariably
been the case during this excellent
run of form.

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Daniel Sturridge: The Birmingham-
born forward has largely been out of
favour under Jürgen Klopp and is yet
to get off the mark in the league.
However, he did bag a brace against
Burton at the Pirelli Stadium in the
second round of this season’s
competition and will be hoping to
continue that form against Spurs.
Best stat…
The last time Tottenham beat Liverpool
was in November 2012, which was
Gareth Bale’s last season at the club.
Bizarrely, he scored at both ends in
that game.
Remember when…
Mario Balotelli netted his first Premier
League goal for Liverpool in a see-saw
encounter, with the Italian tucking
home late in the game to secure a 3-2
victory.
Player to watch…
Philippe Coutinho: The Brazilian is the
Reds’ top scorer in all competitions
with five and had a devastating impact
against West Brom on Saturday. His
link-up play with Roberto Firmino and
Sadio Mane is one of the main reasons
that the Liverpool faithful are daring to
dream of a first Premier League crown.
Past three meetings…
Tottenham 1 (Rose) Liverpool 1
(Milner)
Premier League, August 2016
Liverpool 1 (Coutinho) Tottenham 1
(Kane)
Premier League, April 2016
Tottenham 0 Liverpool 0
Premier League, October 2015
Form guide…
Tottenham: WWWDDD
Liverpool: WWWWDW

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Klopp's Reds go into Tuesday's EFL Cup tie against Tottenham third in the Premier League, level on points with leaders Manchester City and Arsenal.

"We can defend better, we can attack better, we can create better," he said.

The hosts will be without suspended captain Jordan Henderson, with Spurs midfielder Moussa Sissoko also banned

Klopp will recall goalkeeper Simon Mignolet in place of Loris Karius, who he insists is his first choice.

"That's the ranking: Loris number one, Simon number two," said the German. "Mignolet is a very serious player, a good professional. He's still not happy but you cannot see it in training. He is hard working and improving."

Striker Danny Ings, who has played just 26 minutes of first-team football this season, is expected to feature and has scored four goals in four games for the club's under-23 side in recent weeks.

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino will rest keeper Hugo Lloris, meaning Michel Vorm is likely to start in goal.

Sissoko begins to serve what is expected to be a three-game ban after accepting an FA charge for violent conduct.

The France international caught fellow midfielder Harry Arter with an elbow during Saturday's 0-0 draw at Bournemouth.

Spurs arrive at Anfield having not beaten Liverpool in eight attempts, their last success being a 2-1 Premier League win in November 2012.


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TEAM NEWS Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola must decide whether to recall Sergio Aguero, who has featured as a substitute in the last two games. Bacary Sagna and Pablo Zabaleta are injured, while City will monitor Vincent Kompany, who was left out in midweek because he was not fully fit. Shane Long misses out for Southampton after suffering a hamstring injury against Inter Milan on Thursday. Matt Targett, Ryan Bertrand and Cedric Soares are doubts and will be assessed. Club-record signing Sofiane Boufal came off the bench in midweek for his debut and could make his first Premier League appearance, although a lack of match fitness means he is unlikely to start. MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES Steve Bower: "Both clubs are back in action after defeat in glamour European away games this week, but it was Manchester City who returned with more unanswered questions. "Pep Guardiola won't anticipate many spells of four games without a win this season. One fact we do know is that the City manager won't change his approach as he continues to learn about his new players and stamp his mark on the team. "That is what Claude Puel is beginning to do with Southampton after a slow start, and luck wasn't on his side in the San Siro in midweek. "He'll be fully aware that a sterner test lies in wait at the Etihad Stadium, where the Saints have lost on their last six visits. They have kept clean sheets in their last two away games, but it would raise some eyebrows if they continue that particular record." Twitter: @SteveBowercomm WHAT THE MANAGERS SAY Man City manager Pep Guardiola on leaving out Sergio Aguero and Vincent Kompany against Barcelona: "They are the future for Manchester City. Vincent Kompany was not perfectly fit and that is why we took the decision. "It was a tactical decision [with Aguero]. I wanted one more midfielder, I tried to keep the ball in the Camp Nou and when you have the ball, Lionel Messi, Neymar and Luis Suarez don't. "I spoke with Sergio and he was understanding, I thought in the last 30 minutes, with the Barcelona centre-halves tiring, he could help a lot from the bench. "When Sergio decides to leave it will be his decision. Next time before you [the media] decide he is not in my plans you can call me." Southampton manager Claude Puel: "I managed against Pep early in his career and he has not changed his philosophy. "It's difficult to defend against them, because they like to have good possession. "But for us it is important to play our football, and I think we can have a good game." LAWRO'S PREDICTION Southampton look very solid at the back and do not seem to make too many mistakes. At the other end, Charlie Austin is going through the sort of spell where he cannot miss. City's defeat by Barcelona means they have now gone four games without a win in all competitions, but they were still top of the league going into the weekend. Some people might be painting it as a crisis but it really isn't. Prediction: 2-0

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iverpool’s new No.1 goalkeeper
is in for a testing afternoon, one
he has to come through should he
remain as the first choice.
Questions have been raised about
the 23-year-old since he took
over from Simon Mignolet with a
few nervy moments and ill
advised decisions already marked
on his report card.
Karius must convince Klopp and
the supporters he is the man for
the job and comes up against a
difficult challenge in West Brom.
The stopper is for an afternoon of
high balls and physical battles
against a route one side and has
to stand firm and show his
confidence.
Any less and some tentative
questions will graduate to serious
doubts.
Likely line-ups…
Klopp has confirmed he has a
fully fit squad to chose from
which paves the way for Adam
Lallana and Georginio Wijnaldum
to return to the starting line-up.
The two were sorely missed in the
United draw, with Lallana’s
eventual introduction really
helping to lift the Reds.
Emre Can and Daniel Sturridge will
be the ones to drop out as a
result, but as it has been from the
start of the season, this Liverpool
team picks itself.
On West Brom’s end only Jonny
Evans will be missing as he
serves a one-game suspension
for picking up five yellow cards
this season.
West Brom possible XI: Foster,
Nyom, McAuley, Dawson, Olsson,
Fletcher, Yacob, Phillips, McClean,
Chadli, Rondon.
If you memorise one stat,
make it this…
Tony Pulis is literally the bogey
man for Liverpool with the former
Stoke manager enjoying a
wonderful record against the Reds
in recent years.
Liverpool wins: 66
Draws: 42
West Brom wins: 38
No defeats in his last six meetings
with Liverpool, drawing five times
and getting one victory, Pulis is
certainly the hardest of nuts to
crack in Merseyside.
Last time they met…
A 95th minute equaliser from
Divock Origi sparked some crazy
celebrations from Liverpool and
even more odd full-time
behaviour as West Brom were
held to a 2-2 draw at Anfield.
Their last meeting is a game that
will be remember more for what
happened after the full-time
whistle rather than anything that
occurred during the game.
Jordan Henderson had put
Liverpool in front before Craig
Dawson got West Brom back in
the game a few minutes later.
Jonas Olsson completed the turn
around for West Brom, but a
deflected Origi strike ensured the
Reds took a point from the
encounter.
Rival fans were left confused by
the full-time whistle scenes as
Klopp led his players around
Anfield saluting the
supporters that stayed to see out
the game.
From the archives…
A 0-1 result at Anfield for West
Brom in April 2012 in the Premier
League was a massive result for
the Baggies and an astounding
outcome to an insane game.
Peter Odemwingie’s goal gave
West Brom their first win at
Anfield since 1967 after Liverpool
spent the entire game laying siege
to the visitors’ goal.
Liverpool had 28 shots on goal,
15 corners and 61% of the
possession.
It meant nothing, however, when
Odemwingie coolly finished past
Pepe Reina after Glen Johnson’s
terrible mistake let the Baggies in.
Metro.co.uk prediction…
Just as West Brom frustrated
Tottenham in their last league
outing, we expect a similar story
on Saturday for Liverpool.
The Reds will be pumped for the
match after a disappointing
performance on Monday, but they
come up against a side that will
probably play almost the exact
same style of play as United did.
Liverpool struggled to break
United down and we think they
may repeat the labour against
West Brom.
However, should Klopp’s men
come out more like the side that
they were before the international
break, it could be a very different
story…
West Brom will be a tough task
and should come away with
Anfield with something.
Liverpool 1-1 West Brom
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A 95th minute equaliser from
Divock Origi sparked some crazy
celebrations from Liverpool and
even more odd full-time
behaviour as West Brom were
held to a 2-2 draw at Anfield.
Their last meeting is a game that
will be remember more for what
happened after the full-time
whistle rather than anything that
occurred during the game.
Jordan Henderson had put
Liverpool in front before Craig
Dawson got West Brom back in
the game a few minutes later.
Jonas Olsson completed the turn
around for West Brom, but a
deflected Origi strike ensured the
Reds took a point from the
encounter.
Rival fans were left confused by
the full-time whistle scenes as
Klopp led his players around
Anfield saluting the
supporters that stayed to see out
the game.
From the archives…
A 0-1 result at Anfield for West
Brom in April 2012 in the Premier
League was a massive result for
the Baggies and an astounding
outcome to an insane game.
Peter Odemwingie’s goal gave
West Brom their first win at
Anfield since 1967 after Liverpool
spent the entire game laying siege
to the visitors’ goal.
Liverpool had 28 shots on goal,
15 corners and 61% of the
possession.
It meant nothing, however, when
Odemwingie coolly finished past
Pepe Reina after Glen Johnson’s
terrible mistake let the Baggies in.
Metro.co.uk prediction…
Just as West Brom frustrated
Tottenham in their last league
outing, we expect a similar story
on Saturday for Liverpool.
The Reds will be pumped for the
match after a disappointing
performance on Monday, but they
come up against a side that will
probably play almost the exact
same style of play as United did.
Liverpool struggled to break
United down and we think they
may repeat the labour against
West Brom.
However, should Klopp’s men
come out more like the side that
they were before the international
break, it could be a very different
story…
West Brom will be a tough task
and should come away with
Anfield with something.
Liverpool 1-1 West Brom



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iverpool’s new No.1 goalkeeper is in for a testing afternoon, one he has to come through should he remain as the first choice. Questions have been raised about the 23-year-old since he took over from Simon Mignolet with a few nervy moments and ill advised decisions already marked on his report card. Karius must convince Klopp and the supporters he is the man for the job and comes up against a difficult challenge in West Brom. The stopper is for an afternoon of high balls and physical battles against a route one side and has to stand firm and show his confidence. Any less and some tentative questions will graduate to serious doubts. Likely line-ups… Klopp has confirmed he has a fully fit squad to chose from which paves the way for Adam Lallana and Georginio Wijnaldum to return to the starting line-up. The two were sorely missed in the United draw, with Lallana’s eventual introduction really helping to lift the Reds. Emre Can and Daniel Sturridge will be the ones to drop out as a result, but as it has been from the start of the season, this Liverpool team picks itself. On West Brom’s end only Jonny Evans will be missing as he serves a one-game suspension for picking up five yellow cards this season. West Brom possible XI: Foster, Nyom, McAuley, Dawson, Olsson, Fletcher, Yacob, Phillips, McClean, Chadli, Rondon. If you memorise one stat, make it this… Tony Pulis is literally the bogey man for Liverpool with the former Stoke manager enjoying a wonderful record against the Reds in recent years. Liverpool wins: 66 Draws: 42 West Brom wins: 38 No defeats in his last six meetings with Liverpool, drawing five times and getting one victory, Pulis is certainly the hardest of nuts to crack in Merseyside. Last time they met… A 95th minute equaliser from Divock Origi sparked some crazy celebrations from Liverpool and even more odd full-time behaviour as West Brom were held to a 2-2 draw at Anfield. Their last meeting is a game that will be remember more for what happened after the full-time whistle rather than anything that occurred during the game. Jordan Henderson had put Liverpool in front before Craig Dawson got West Brom back in the game a few minutes later. Jonas Olsson completed the turn around for West Brom, but a deflected Origi strike ensured the Reds took a point from the encounter. Rival fans were left confused by the full-time whistle scenes as Klopp led his players around Anfield saluting the supporters that stayed to see out the game. From the archives… A 0-1 result at Anfield for West Brom in April 2012 in the Premier League was a massive result for the Baggies and an astounding outcome to an insane game. Peter Odemwingie’s goal gave West Brom their first win at Anfield since 1967 after Liverpool spent the entire game laying siege to the visitors’ goal. Liverpool had 28 shots on goal, 15 corners and 61% of the possession. It meant nothing, however, when Odemwingie coolly finished past Pepe Reina after Glen Johnson’s terrible mistake let the Baggies in. Metro.co.uk prediction… Just as West Brom frustrated Tottenham in their last league outing, we expect a similar story on Saturday for Liverpool. The Reds will be pumped for the match after a disappointing performance on Monday, but they come up against a side that will probably play almost the exact same style of play as United did. Liverpool struggled to break United down and we think they may repeat the labour against West Brom. However, should Klopp’s men come out more like the side that they were before the international break, it could be a very different story… West Brom will be a tough task and should come away with Anfield with something. Liverpool 1-1 West Brom Vote… MORE: Jurgen Klopp has the joy of a full-strength Liverpool squad for West Brom clash MORE: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp annoyed he keeps getting asked about Manchester United draw Liverpool welcome West Brom to Anfield on Saturday (Picture: Getty) Loris Karius has been unconvincing so far this season (Picture: Getty) Liverpool player Adam Lallana should go straight back into the starting line up (Picture: Getty) Head-to-head Jurgen Klopp insisted his players saluted the fans after the game (Picture: Getty)     MORE SPONSORED SPONSORED  More trending stories » WHAT'S TRENDING NOW Barcelona striker Luis Suarez reveals the one club he would consider returning to 'Jose Mourinho cannot repeat Liverpool tactics against Chelsea because they have Diego Costa' Diego Costa vs Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Battle of the Premier League bastardry Arsenal fans rejoice! Perez reveals Ozil isn't interested in return to Spain Really? Chelsea legend reveals 'spectacular' star will be vital to stop Zlatan 1 2 3 4 5   







A 95th minute equaliser from Divock Origi sparked some crazy celebrations from Liverpool and even more odd full-time behaviour as West Brom were held to a 2-2 draw at Anfield. Their last meeting is a game that will be remember more for what happened after the full-time whistle rather than anything that occurred during the game. Jordan Henderson had put Liverpool in front before Craig Dawson got West Brom back in the game a few minutes later. Jonas Olsson completed the turn around for West Brom, but a deflected Origi strike ensured the Reds took a point from the encounter. Rival fans were left confused by the full-time whistle scenes as Klopp led his players around Anfield saluting the supporters that stayed to see out the game. From the archives… A 0-1 result at Anfield for West Brom in April 2012 in the Premier League was a massive result for the Baggies and an astounding outcome to an insane game. Peter Odemwingie’s goal gave West Brom their first win at Anfield since 1967 after Liverpool spent the entire game laying siege to the visitors’ goal. Liverpool had 28 shots on goal, 15 corners and 61% of the possession. It meant nothing, however, when Odemwingie coolly finished past Pepe Reina after Glen Johnson’s terrible mistake let the Baggies in. Metro.co.uk prediction… Just as West Brom frustrated Tottenham in their last league outing, we expect a similar story on Saturday for Liverpool. The Reds will be pumped for the match after a disappointing performance on Monday, but they come up against a side that will probably play almost the exact same style of play as United did. Liverpool struggled to break United down and we think they may repeat the labour against West Brom. However, should Klopp’s men come out more like the side that they were before the international break, it could be a very different story… West Brom will be a tough task and should come away with Anfield with something. Liverpool 1-1 West Brom

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Monday evening.
Liverpool vs. Man United
Monday October 17, 2016 – 8pm
(BST)
Anfield
Premier League
Referee: Anthony Taylor
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This has, and always will be, the
biggest game in English football.
It is a fixture that is watched from all
corners of the world, regardless of
league positions, and its sheer ferocity
and entertainment value makes for
riveting viewing.
Liverpool are flying at the moment,
having won their last five games in all
competitions, and their 2-1 win at
Swansea City last time around showed
a grittier side to their game.
Things haven’t got off to a great start
for Jose Mourinho and United, with the
recent 1-1 draw at home at Stoke City
indicative of their early-season
unpredictability.
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That said, United sit just three points
behind their arch-rivals, admittedly
having had a far easier start, and a win
would be enormous for them.
It may be a cliche, but form generally
does go out of the window in games
such as these, and it may well come
down to a questionable refereeing
decision, a moment of genius or a
defensive howler.
Liverpool are due a win in the Premier
League against United, having lost the
last four—Monday would be the perfect
time to end that run.
Last league meeting: Liverpool 0-1
Man United
Opposition View
We spoke to United supporter Marcus
Baxby ( @MarcusBaxby) to hear what
he had to say about Monday’s
showdown.
Are you happy with United’s start, in
terms of results and performances?
It’s been a bit up and down so far in
terms of both results and
performances. Premier League wise,
we started with three wins and there
was a fair bit of buzz, which has since
dampened down after a few poor
performances and expectations have
been managed a bit.
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Man City played us off the park in
fairness, we were shocking against
Watford, we had Leicester beaten by
half-time and played well against Stoke
—but for their ‘keeper having the game
of his life, we’d have won comfortably.
So yes, room for improvement but a
few more positives than there have
been for the last three years.
Are you pleased with how Jose
Mourinho has started? Has he gone
about things any differently to how
you expected?
Same answer, really. I’m more
bothered about results than anything
else at the end of the day. That said,
having not wanted him as manager
before he was appointed, Mourinho
does seem to have got the players on
side and has brought in some big
personalities in Zlatan and Pogba, who
need to step up and pull us through
tough moments.
Whether it’s been different to how I
expected is tough. I guess I was
hoping that he would be the one to
finally show Rooney the door, but it
seems to have reached a stage where
he is managing the number of games
Rooney is playing, so it will be
interesting to see whether he starts
him on Monday night.
Looking at Liverpool, are there any
players in particular who strike fear
into you ahead of Monday’s game? Or
is it more their work as a team?
As a team, I’ve been impressed with
Liverpool, and I can’t help liking Klopp
despite him managing you lot.
Lallana is looking like the player you
wanted to buy from Southampton, and
Coutinho and Firmino are always a
threat. I think Sturridge can be kept
quiet in games, but he will probably
produce a moment of magic now I’ve
said that!
Hit me with your prediction for the
game: how will it pan out?
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What I will say is it will be a highly
charged atmosphere and a huge test
for this United squad as to how they
can cope. I think Mourinho will find out
a few things about some of his players;
it can make or break people.
We burgled a win last year in the
league but then were completely
overwhelmed in the Europa League
game, so I just hope we do ourselves
justice this time around. I’d always
take a draw away at Anfield. 1-1.
Team News
Klopp’s biggest injury concern is
Georginio Wijnaldum, with the
Dutchman hobbling out of the
Netherlands’ 1-0 defeat to France on
Monday.
The 25-year-old still has a chance of
starting at Anfield, though, but Emre
Can may well fill in. Adam Lallana is
also a doubt, but Klopp has refused to
rule him out on contention.
Philippe Coutinho and Roberto Firmino
are both available, despite arriving
back from Brazil duty late in the week,
while Nathaniel Clyne and Dejan
Lovren are back to full fitness.
Joe Gomez has made a pleasing return
as well, following a year out, with Klopp
describing his comeback as “a very
nice moment”.
It will take Gomez some time to return
to the level he was prior to injury, and
he likely won’t be considered for
Monday, but it is great to see a player
of such huge potential back in the fold.
As for United, Mourinho has just one
member of his squad unavailable: the
forever injury-prone Phil Jones.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan is fighting for a
starting berth, having made a slow
start to life in Manchester, while Wayne
Rooney will be desperate to be
selected, having enjoyed some great
moments in the fixture down the years.
Mourinho is likely to field a typically
robust starting lineup, in a bid to target
Liverpool’s much-publicised set-piece
frailties.
Form
Liverpool – Last five results (all
competitions)
Won 2-1 vs. Swansea City
Won 5-1 vs. Hull City
Won 3-0 vs. Derby County
Won 2-1 vs. Chelsea
Won 4-1 vs. Leicester City
Man United – Last five results (all
competitions)
Drew 1-1 vs. Stoke City
Won 1-0 vs. Zorya Luhansk
Won 4-1 vs. Leicester City
Won 3-1 vs. Northampton Town
Lost 3-1 vs. Watford
Klopp’s View
Klopp discussed the availability of his
players for the game, allaying fears
that certain key men may miss out:
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“We don’t know exactly who is
available. We know about the issues
with Gini and Adam, but they’re not
ruled out.
“Four sessions to go, we have to see. I
can wait until I make my final decision
—we’ll have a really good team on the
pitch.”
“Roberto could do a bit more [than
Coutinho] in the last session. Phil
played two games so needed more
recovery after a long, long flight.
“It’s a long trip, and it’s still in their
legs, but each hour helps and playing
on Monday is an advantage, of
course.”
One to Watch: Marcus
Rashford
Few English youngsters have burst
onto the scene quite like Marcus
Rashford in recent years, and the
teenager is expected to start at Anfield.
The striker is on the crest of a wave at
the moment, with everything he
touches seemingly turning to goals—
12 in 27 appearances for United—and
he will be a real threat against
Liverpool.
Likely to be deployed on the left-hand
side, Rashford’s pace, directness and
power will constantly test Clyne’s
defensive resolve.
The 18-year-old is playing without any
fear, and he will believe he can be the
match-winner in one of the biggest
games of his career so far.
Odds & TV Info
Liverpool are 23/20 to pick up three
invaluable points in front of the home
faithful, while United’s odds of 5/2
shown how unfancied they are in
comparison to years gone by.
The draw is also 5/4 , and while
Mourinho would clearly be the happier
of the two managers with that result, it
would be far from disastrous for the
Reds.
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The match is live on Sky Sports 1 from
7pm, with kick-off at 8pm and Jamie
Carragher once again doing his
Monday Night Football duties.
With Gary Neville and former United
team-mate Ryan Giggs in the studio as
well, sparks could fly.

TEAM NEWS
Manchester City pair Kevin De Bruyne and Raheem Sterling could return from respective hamstring and calf injuries.
Fabian Delph could also be involved and Vincent Kompany is training after a groin problem, but Bacary Sagna has been ruled out with a hamstring injury.
Everton defender Leighton Baines is available after a two-match absence with a hamstring strain.
Romelu Lukaku and Phil Jagielka have recovered from thigh problems and Darron Gibson is fit.
Aaron Lennon and James McCarthy will be assessed.
MOTD COMMENTATOR'S NOTES
Guy Mowbray: "This game's sub-plot would make a good documentary, if not quite the full film story.
"Twenty six years ago, the late, great Johann Cruyff first encouraged a young Pep Guardiola to learn from his Barcelona team-mate Ronald Koeman, laying the foundations for his much admired football philosophies.
"Now, as they meet for the first time as opposing coaches, will the mentor be able to outsmart his once very eager pupil? How very Star Wars!
"It mostly depends on how their players perform of course, and whilst City should have the edge - especially at home - Koeman will feel that his can follow the Spurs example of how to beat them.
"A game to have made Cruyff proud will do beautifully."
Twitter: @Guymowbray
WHAT THE MANAGERS SAY
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on former room-mate Ronald Koeman: "I switched off the light before we went to sleep! When he needed water - wake up to get water for him. I was the youngest so I adapted to him.
"Last season with Southampton he did great, he did an extraordinary job and they qualified for European competition. They (Everton) started really well this season as well."
Everton manager Ronald Koeman: "I have all good memories of Pep. We have a really strong friendship. Sometimes we have time for dinner and to talk about football and to talk about life.
"When he was manager of Barcelona I saw the best Barcelona team in every aspect of football. Most of the other managers win titles but not with that way of football.
"It is impressive the way City play football. It's difficult to defend against but we have had some good examples of teams getting a good result against City."
LAWRO'S PREDICTION
I think it might be a frustrating afternoon for City. They have had players scattered around the globe over the past week or so and may not be at their best.
It is the same for Everton of course but, if both teams are below par, I would still expect the Toffees to leave with a point.


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I dey pity red devil against liverpool next week .

Manchester united should prepare for their burial in their next game against liverpool. maine coutinho firminho and lailana will tear United .mark my word

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