By Olukayode Olumuyiwa. The Premier League’s fiercest old rivalry reignites this weekend as Liverpool welcomes Manchester United to Anfield on October 19, 2025, for a highly anticipated clash With both teams in contrasting form and the historical stakes as high as ever, Sunday’s 4:30 PM (WAT) kick-off promises to be a blockbuster. Here’s everything you need to know about the matchup.
Current Standings : Liverpool looking to reclaim the Top position, United Seeking Consistency. As of matchweek 7 in the 2025-26 Premier League season, Liverpool sits in 2nd place with 15 points (W5 D0 L2, 13 goals for, 9 goals against, +4 goal difference). Despite their lofty position, Arne Slot’s side are reeling from a rare three-game losing streak across all competitions, making this fixture critical to regain momentum. Their home form remains a fortress, averaging 3 points per game at Anfield.
Manchester United, under manager Ruben Amorim occupies 10th place with 10 points (W3 D1 L3, 9 goals for, 11 goals against, -2 goal difference). The Red Devils snapped a three-game losing run with a 2-0 win over Sunderland and a gritty 2-2 draw at Anfield in their last league meeting with Liverpool in January 2025. However, their away form is a concern, averaging just 0.33 points per game on the road.
The Rivalry: A Storied History
The Liverpool-Manchester United rivalry is one of English football’s storied clash, with 243 competitive meetings as of April 2025. United hold a slight edge historically, with 91 wins to Liverpool’s 82 and 71 draws. The two clubs are neck-and-neck in major trophies, with Liverpool leading 69 to United’s 68, both tied at 20 English league titles. Liverpool’s latest came in the 2024-25 season, while United’s last was in 2012-13.
Recent encounters have tilted heavily in Liverpool’s favour. Since 2018, Manchester United have won just once in 11 Premier League meetings (August 2022, 2-1 at Old Trafford). Liverpool’s highlights include a historic 7-0 thrashing at Anfield in March 2023— their biggest competitive win over United. Other notable results include a 5-0 rout at Old Trafford in October 2021 and a 4-0 win at Anfield in April 2022.
The teams’ most recent clash, on January 5, 2025, ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw at Anfield. Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah scored for Liverpool, while Lisandro Martínez and Amad Diallo replied for United, showcasing the resilience of Amorim’s side.
What to Expect at Anfield
Liverpool will look to exploit their home advantage, where they’ve been unbeaten in their last 10 competitive matches against United (D5 L5). However, United’s draw in January and their slight upturn in form suggest they could pose a threat, particularly if they capitalize on Liverpool’s recent wobble.
The historical context adds extra spice. Liverpool’s 7-0 win in 2023 and United’s rare 2-1 victory in 2022 show that this fixture can produce anything from goal-fests to cagey stalemates. With both teams desperate for points—Liverpool to stay in the title race and United to climb into European contention—expect a fiery, end-to-end battle.
As Liverpool and Manchester United prepare to write the next chapter in their storied rivalry, all eyes will be on Anfield. Can Liverpool halt their losing streak and reassert their dominance, or will United build on their recent resilience to pull off an upset? One thing is certain: this Premier League classic will deliver drama, passion, and unforgettable moments.
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