Everything You Need to Know: Liverpool vs Manchester City – Premier League Showdown

Manchester City travel to Anfield on Sunday, 1 December, for an exciting Premier League clash against Liverpool. Here’s your complete guide to the match.

Kick-Off Time and Broadcast Information

• Kick-Off: 16:00 (UK time).
• Where to Watch in the UK:
  • Sky Sports Main Event
  • Sky Sports Premier League
  • Sky Ultra HD
  • Sky GO
  • Now TV

Fans worldwide can check global TV listings on livesoccertv.com.

Pep Guardiola’s Pre-Match Thoughts

City boss Pep Guardiola remains focused on maintaining momentum in what he acknowledges is a challenging phase of the season. Speaking during Friday’s pre-match press conference, Guardiola emphasised the importance of consistency and taking things one match at a time:

“In the situation we have, it isn’t realistic to think about big targets. We think about one game, the good momentum to continue, and that will come back.”

While the manager downplayed early title ambitions, he acknowledged Liverpool’s strength, calling them a “big team” with strong form and power in both boxes.

Recent Encounters

• Last Meeting at Anfield: March 2024, a 1-1 draw. John Stones scored a clever set-piece goal for City, but Alexis Mac Allister equalised from the penalty spot.
• Most Recent League Match: A 4-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium—a result City will be eager to bounce back from.
• Champions League Update: City were held to a thrilling 3-3 draw by Feyenoord midweek, despite Erling Haaland breaking records with his 50th goal contribution in just 44 matches in the competition.

Liverpool’s Form

Liverpool come into the match in strong domestic form, having lost only once in the league this season. Their confidence will be bolstered by a recent 3-2 comeback win over Southampton at St Mary’s.

Match Officials

• Referee: Chris Kavanagh
• Assistants: Lee Betts, Darren Cann
• Fourth Official: Anthony Taylor
• VAR: Paul Tierney
• Assistant VAR: Tim Wood

Key Takeaway

This fixture is always a highlight of the Premier League calendar, with two of England’s top teams going head-to-head. With City looking to regain their rhythm and Liverpool aiming to extend their fine form, Sunday promises to deliver another thrilling chapter in this storied rivalry.

Stay tuned to City News Centre for post-match analysis and more.