Premier League 2025/26: Manchester United vs Liverpool Preview, Prediction, TV channels & Predicted Lineup

The Premier League’s greatest rivals collide at Old Trafford with monumental stakes. Manchester United fight for a Champions League spot while Liverpool aim to keep their flickering title hopes alive today.

Match Facts

• Manchester United sit 5th, trailing 4th-placed Chelsea by just three points. Liverpool are 2nd, currently five points behind leaders Arsenal with four games remaining.

• Liverpool have found Old Trafford a difficult hunting ground recently, winning only two of their last seven visits across all competitions.

• Both sides are struggling for clean sheets. United haven't kept one in their last six league matches, while Liverpool have conceded in each of their last four away trips.

• Mohamed Salah remains the scourge of the Red Devils, having scored more goals (14) against Manchester United than any other opponent in his career.

Predicted Lineup

Manchester United: Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Heaven, Shaw; Casemiro, Mainoo; Mbeumo, Fernandes, Cunha; Sesko

Liverpool: Woodman; Jones, Van Dijk, Konate, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Gakpo; Isak

Prediction of AI

This encounter typically defies the form book. Manchester United will look to exploit Liverpool’s high defensive line with the pace of Garnacho and Rashford on the break. However, Arne Slot’s midfield has shown superior control throughout the season. Given the defensive vulnerabilities on both sides and the sheer desperation for points, expect an open, chaotic affair. A draw seems the most likely outcome, which would unfortunately hinder both teams' season objectives.

Predicted Score: Manchester United 2–2 Liverpool

Kick Off Time?

• Competition: Premier League (Matchweek 35)

• Kick-off (GMT): 14:30, Sunday, May 3, 2026

• Stadium: Old Trafford, Manchester

How to Watch in the UK and US?

• United Kingdom: The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.

• United States: Live coverage is available on USA Network (English) and Telemundo (Spanish), with streaming on Peacock.

• TV Channel and Live Stream: You can also follow LiveSports808 live updates for other countries.