The general consensus is that Liverpool will dominate Manchester United, evident from our combined XI of both teams. Here’s the breakdown:
Goalkeeper: Alisson is an obvious choice, superior to most others in his position.
Right-back: Trent Alexander-Arnold excels as an inverted full-back, chosen for his exceptional technical skills despite defensive shortcomings compared to other options.
Center-backs: Ibrahima Konate, when injury-free, is an outstanding modern defender alongside the formidable Virgil van Dijk, who’s impressively recovered post-injury. This duo surpasses other contenders like Harry Maguire, Raphael Varane, Victor Lindelof, and Jonny Evans.
Left-back: Luke Shaw, if fit, edges ahead due to his potential availability, surpassing Liverpool’s Tsimikas.
Midfielders: Dominik Szoboszlai brings valuable contributions despite lower goal involvements. Alexis Mac Allister, playing away from his best position, still outperforms others like Sofyan Amrabat and Scott McTominay. Ryan Gravenberch benefits from Bruno Fernandes’ suspension, showcasing potential as a key player under Klopp.
Forwards: Mohamed Salah, a no-brainer, leads the attack, supported by Darwin Nunez, who despite his rawness, shows promise in complementing Salah’s goal-scoring prowess. Luis Diaz secures his spot due to Marcus Rashford’s underwhelming form.
In essence, this combined lineup favors Liverpool’s players in multiple positions, reflecting the anticipation of Liverpool’s potential dominance over Manchester United.
