TWO of the Premier League’s title challengers clash this New Year’s Eve as Liverpool host Manchester City at Anfield.
Both will be desperate for the three points to give themselves a chance of catching red-hot Chelsea at the top.
It’s a game that has goals written all over it, but much might depend on whether Manchester City might think a point is a good enough result.
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Who is going to win – latest odds?
Liverpool – 13/10
Manchester City – 19/10
Draw – 5/2
Form guide
Liverpool – LDWWW
Manchester City – DLWWW
SunSport prediction
Both teams are fighting tooth and nail for the Premier League title. It's a high-pressure environment, but there will be goals. 2-2.
Where can I watch it?
The clash between the two Premier League title challengers will be broadcast live on television, on BT Sport 1 (and HD), with coverage starting at 5pm.
You can follow all the action with our live blog and see all the goals as they go on the Sun Mobile app.
When is Liverpool vs Manchester City?
The game is on Saturday, December 31 (New Year's Eve), with a 5.30pm kick-off at Anfield.
What is the latest Liverpool team news?
Daniel Sturridge is pushing for a recall to the starting line-up after netting in the 4-1 win against Stoke, and could replace Divock Origi up front.
Centre-half Joel Matip is still out, however, with an ankle injury. Also missing will be Philippe Coutinho.
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Who is definitely out for Liverpool?
Out: Bogdan, Coutinho, Grujic, Ings, Markovic, Wisdom, Matip
Doubts: Gomez 75%, Ojo 75%
What is the latest Manchester City team news?
The big news for Manchester City is that Sergio Aguero has completed his four-game suspension and is back in contention.
John Stones is an injury concern for Pep Guardiola, after he had to be replaced after picking up a knee injury.
With Vincent Kompany still out, it could mean Aleksandar Kolarov is employed as a makeshift centre-half.
Who is definitely out for Manchester City?
Out: Delph, Gündogan, Hart, Kompany, Mangala, Nasri, Roberts
Doubts: Stones 75%
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Who is playing for Liverpool on New Year's Eve?
Predicted line-up: MIGNOLET, CLYNE, LOVREN, KLAVAN, MILNER, WIJNALDUM, HENDERSON,, LALLANA, MANE, ORIGI, FIRMINO
Who is playing for Manchester City on New Year's Eve?
Predicted line-up: BRAVO, ZABALETA, OTAMENDI, KOLAROV, CLICHY, FERNANDINHO, FERNANDO, DE BRUYNE, SILVA, STERLING, AGUERO
Liverpool vs Manchester City - Fact me
- Liverpool have won their last three Premier League games in a row. The last time they won four consecutively against the Citizens was in 1981 (a run of seven).
- Manchester City’s last and only Premier League win at Anfield (D5 L13) came in May 2003, as Nicolas Anelka scored twice against his former club in a 2-1 victory.
- Sergio Aguero has scored four times against Liverpool in the Premier League but none of those goals have been at Anfield.
- Liverpool have never failed to score in their previous 19 home Premier League games against City.
- Liverpool ended both 2014 (4-1 v Swansea City) and 2015 (1-0 v Sunderland) with a league win.
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