Manchester City and Liverpool meet at Etihad Stadium, Manchester on Saturday, May 8 at 4:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Premier League. Manchester City hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Manchester City come into this fixture in red-hot form (5W from last 5). Liverpool travel drawing too many games (3D in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

In 10 previous meetings, Manchester City lead 5–3 with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Manchester City won 4–0. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Manchester City look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Liverpool will make it uncomfortable. Manchester City to win.