Paul Merson expresses his ‘dread’ ahead of Liverpool vs Manchester United

Liverpool, currently enjoying the best season among all European clubs, are set to face Manchester United in Sunday’s highly anticipated clash. While many expect a predictable outcome given United’s ongoing managerial upheaval, Paul Merson believes a Manchester United victory would be the weekend’s biggest shock, highlighting the dramatic shift in fortunes between the two sides in recent years.

Manchester United are enduring one of their worst seasons, anguishing in 14th place in the standings. Despite Ruben Amorim taking over from Erik ten Hag, the gap between the two clubs remains a staggering 23 points. Paul Merson has already made a bold prediction about the clash, one that is sure to delight the Anfield faithful.

Paul Merson believes United stand no chance

Liverpool have been a dominant force in the Premier League this season, suffering only one defeat.. a narrow 1-0 loss to Nottingham Forest earlier in the campaign. Under Arne Slot’s leadership, they have proven exceptionally difficult to overcome.

In stark contrast, Manchester United’s season has been riddled with challenges, recording nine league defeats, a tally surpassed only by the Premier League’s bottom four teams. This disparity highlights the considerable gulf in form between the two sides.

A victory for Manchester United at Anfield would represent one of the season’s most surprising outcomes, given their struggles. The Red Devils’ best hope may lie in securing a goalless draw, as Liverpool’s attacking prowess could result in a heavy defeat if they strike early.

Meanwhile, Liverpool received a boost, with Ibrahima Konaté and Conor Bradley making progress in their recovery from injuries sustained during the 2-0 Champions League win against Real Madrid. However, their availability for the match against Manchester United remains uncertain.

The former player turned pundit revealed on his X,

“You know what? If Manchester United won at Liverpool this weekend, it would be the biggest shock in the Premier League,”

“Whatever happens in the other results – even if West Ham win at Man City – it wouldn’t be a bigger shock than Manchester United winning at Liverpool.

“And that’s how far it’s gone. The only thing you can hope for if you’re a Manchester United fan is a 0-0 result. If Liverpool score early, I dread to think what score this will be.”

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While the match appears set to be a one-sided affair, football’s unpredictable nature reminds us not to jump to conclusions. Despite Liverpool’s strong form, complacency could prove costly, as maintaining focus and intensity is crucial in a league where surprises often define the game.