Manchester City v Liverpool: When is it, where can you watch it, team news and what are the odds?

Michael Graham
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When is Manchester City v Liverpool?

Barring any health emergencies, the game is scheduled to take place on Thursday July 2.

What time does Manchester City v Liverpool kick-off?

The game is scheduled for an 8.15pm kick off, directly after the Sheffield United v Tottenham game is finished.

What is at stake?

On the face of it, not all that much. The league title is already safely in Liverpool’s trophy cabinet and Man City’s top four place is secure, although they face a pending legal battle to keep it.

However, there is still expected to a be a little niggle to this one, as Liverpool try to rub their success in Man City’s face and prove they are deserving of their mantle, while Man City will want to send a message for next season that they aren’t going away.

Where can I watch Manchester City v Liverpool?

The match will be broadcast by Sky Sports.

Is Manchester City v Liverpool free-to-air?

It’s not, no. You are going to need a Sky Sports subscription or a Now TV pass in order to watch this one, but a pass may represent excellent value given it would also include the Sheffield United v Tottenham game that follows this one.

What is the team news?

Man City will once again have to do without Fernandinho, who serves the second of a two-match suspension. Sergio Aguero is also still on the shelf following recent knee surgery, but Eric Garcia may return.

Liverpool have no real injury worries, although James Milner and Joel Matip are once again expected to miss out through injury.

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What happened in the reverse match?

Liverpool recorded a vital 3-1 win over Man City at Anfield in November – a result that went a long way to establishing their dominance this season.

What are the odds?

The bookies are struggling to separate them, but home advantage sees Man City installed as the slight 21/20 favourites. Liverpool can be backed at 23/10, with the draw available at 29/10.