Liverpool vs Manchester City predictions: City to edge a tight contest

This betting-focused preview analyzes the upcoming Liverpool vs. Manchester City match, highlighting City's perfect record and Liverpool's defensive improvements. It notes key injury concerns for Liverpool that could impact the outcome.
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Our betting expert shares his best Liverpool vs Manchester City predictions & tips, as City bid to keep their 100% run going in the 2026/27 EPL.
Liverpool have looked equally hard to beat under Andoni Iraola. The Reds are unbeaten and have conceded only four goals in five games.
Liverpool host league leaders Manchester City at Anfield on Sunday in the standout fixture of Round 6 of the 2026/27 Premier League season, with the sixth-placed Reds looking to close the gap.
Andoni Iraola’s reign has started relatively well for the Reds. They are yet to taste defeat under the Spaniard, winning two and drawing three of their first five games. They appear to have tightened things up at the back, shipping just four goals.
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