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Manchester City will be ready for Liverpool on Sunday afternoon(Image: Shaun Botterill\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n
Manchester City are gearing up to host rivals Liverpool<\/a> in a crucial top-of-the-table clash on Sunday afternoon.<\/p>\n The current Premier League<\/a> champions are keen to keep their momentum going following a brief dip in domestic form in the past few weeks. Arne Slot’s team<\/a> bounced back to winning ways with victories over Aston Villa<\/a> and Real Madrid<\/a>, and will be aiming for another three points on their travels this Sunday, just as they did at the Etihad in February with a 2-0 win.<\/p>\n On the other hand, Pep Guardiola’s City <\/a>thrashed Borussia Dortmund 4-1 in the Champions League<\/a> midweek match and aim to maintain this dominance when the Reds visit. Although it’s still early days to be scrutinising the Premier League<\/a> table too closely, neither side can afford to lose more points in the developing title race with leaders Arsenal<\/a>.<\/p>\n Bonfire night may have passed, but there’s likely to be more fireworks this afternoon. Here, the Manchester Evening News <\/strong>provides all the details on how you can tune in and who might make the starting XI for each team.<\/p>\n What time is Man City vs Liverpool?<\/p>\n City are set to face Liverpool on Sunday, November 9, with the match kicking off at 4:30pm. It’s the highlight of the day’s action following four 2pm kick-offs – Aston Villa vs Bournemouth, Brentford vs Newcastle, Crystal Palace vs Brighton and Nottingham Forest vs Leeds.<\/p>\n What channel is Man City vs Liverpool on?<\/p>\n UK supporters can catch all the live action from the Etihad on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Subscribers who are out and about can stream the match live via Sky Go or NOW TV.<\/p>\n Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL package<\/p>\n This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more<\/a> \u00a349<\/p>\n \u00a335<\/p>\n Sky<\/p>\n Get Sky Sports here<\/a><\/p>\n Sky has slashed the price of its Essential TV and Sky Sports<\/a> bundle for the 2025\/26 season, saving members \u00a3336 and offering more than 1,400 live matches across the Premier League, EFL and more.<\/p>\n Sky will show at least 215 live Premier League games this season, an increase of up to 100 more.<\/p>\n What’s the team news for Man City vs Liverpool?<\/p>\n City have several players ready for the Liverpool match after being rested for the Champions League<\/a> victory over Dortmund. Ruben Dias, Rayan Cherki and Bernardo Silva all made appearances off the bench on Wednesday night and could be in the starting line-up for Guardiola.<\/p>\n Rodri’s participation remains uncertain after he missed last week’s matches due to a minor setback in his injury. Speaking to TNT Sports before the European tie, Guardiola said: “He does not feel perfect so that is why he do not take the risk.<\/p>\n “He will comeback, this is a little setback. He needs a bit more time to feel good and play football. It does not matter if he plays good or bad knowing that he is fine and will not be out for a while.”<\/p>\n Slot could also welcome star signing Alexander Isak back into the squad after he missed the last four matches for the Reds due to a groin problem. The Swedish striker’s inclusion in the latest national team squad is a positive sign for Liverpool fans who have been eagerly awaiting his return.<\/p>\n Jeremie Frimpong, Alisson Becker and Giovanni Leoni are all confirmed absentees for the Reds, but Ryan Gravenberch and Curtis Jones have returned from spells on the sidelines.<\/p>\n Here at the Manchester Evening News, we\u2019re dedicated to bringing you the best Manchester City coverage and analysis.<\/p>\n Make sure you don\u2019t miss out on the latest City news by joining our free WhatsApp group. You can get all the breaking news and best analysis sent straight to your phone by clicking here<\/a> to subscribe.<\/p>\n You can also subscribe to our free newsletter service. Click here<\/a> to be sent all the day\u2019s biggest stories.<\/p>\n And finally, if you\u2019d rather listen to our expert analysis then make sure to check out our Talking City podcast. 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Rodri remains a doubt for the matchday squad(Image: Chris Brunskill\/Fantasista\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n