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Predicted Liverpool XI vs Man City: Szoboszlai to Right-Back in Tactical Shuffle?

Dominik Szoboszlai (Liverpool) and Erling Haaland (Man City); Szoboszlai is predicted to start at right-back to mark the City striker.

If this lineup looks familiar, it should. This is the same lineup and same formation (4-2-3-1) that was so successful against Newcastle. The Reds will have to be switched on for the full 90, though, if they want to beat Erling Haaland and Manchester City.

  • GK: Alisson –  He will have to be in top form against Haaland and company
  • RB: Domonik Szoboszlai – Not a natural defender, has done well as a fill-in due to injuries. He will be tested in this one
  • CB: Ibrahima Konaté – Had an excellent performance in the last match. Can he match it?
  • CB: Virgil Van Dijk © –  The captain came out with strong words of support for Arne Slot. A win against the Citizens would lend further credence to them
  • LB: Milos Kerkez – Played better vs Newcastle so he gets the start here
  • CM: Alexis Mac Allister – Created loads of chances recently. That trend will have to continue 
  • CM: Ryan Gravenberch – The same can be said of Gravenberch. The CMs have to control the middle of the park 
  • RW: Mohamed Salah – The Egyptian King has missed a few chances. He can’t afford to do that vs City
  • AM: Cody Gakpo – Needs to keep popping up in good spots 
  • LW: Florian Wirtz – a player who can win individual battles with City defenders
  • ST: Hugo Ekitiké –  Has been in top form as of late, pairing with Wirtz
Liverpool predicted lineup graphic 4-2-3-1 vs Man City showing Dominik Szoboszlai at right back, Ryan Gravenberch in midfield, and Hugo Ekitiké up front.
The predicted Liverpool lineup vs Man City. Dominik Szoboszlai drops into right-back in a bold tactical shift, allowing Ryan Gravenberch to return to the midfield engine room.

Key Stat to Watch: Erling Haaland has never scored at Anfield. If Liverpool have a chance to win, that streak needs to continue.

Final Score Prediction: City 2 Liverpool 1

Star Man: Florian Wirtz

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