Premier League version of the classic

The Premier League returns after the break with a big match between Man City and Liverpool. These are the two teams leading the rankings after 12 rounds.

When Man City and Liverpool are at their best, the confrontation between them is considered the English version of the "super classic". The match at the Etihad tonight takes place in such circumstances. Fans have reason to expect a feast of eye-catching attacking football.

Man City entered the match as the top team (28 points). The draw with Chelsea did not affect the reigning champions' No. 1 position. However, they are only one point ahead of Liverpool.

Defeat would mean Man City losing their top spot, and if they draw with Liverpool, third-placed Arsenal could take advantage of the opportunity to overtake them.

Man City vs Liverpool is the highlight match of round 13 of the Premier League. (Photo: Getty Images)

Man City vs Liverpool form

Between the two breaks, Man City played 6 games without losing. They won 5 consecutive matches before the streak was broken at Chelsea's field in round 12.

Notably, in the last 5 matches in all competitions, Man City have not scored less than 3 goals against their opponents. At home alone since the beginning of the season, coach Pep Guardiola's team has won all.

Liverpool's domestic form is not much worse than Man City's. Mohamed Salah and his teammates have only lost one match - against Tottenham.

However, away form is a worrying factor for Liverpool fans. In the last 3 away matches in the Premier League, Liverpool lost 1 match and drew 2 matches.

Man City vs Liverpool lineup

Erling Haaland has health problems and did not play in Norway's last match in the EURO 2024 qualifiers. Goalkeeper Ederson has a foot injury. Nathan Ake, Mateo Kovacic, Sergio Gomez, Kevin De Bruyne, John Stones and Matheus Nunes are not fully recovered.

Liverpool have Ryan Gravenberch, Joe Gomez, Curtis Jones and Ibrahima Konate injured. They will be assessed ahead of the game to determine their availability. Meanwhile, Thiago Alcantaray, Stefan Bajcetic and Andy Robertson are all definitely out.