Alisson, Liverpool's number one goalkeeper, has been absent from the team's last seven matches due to injury. Giorgi Mamardashvili was used, but recently he also had a similar problem, forcing coach Arne Slot to promote number 3 goalkeeper Freddie Woodman to play. Woodman played well in Liverpool's win over Crystal Palace last weekend.
Before the match against Man United, coach Arne Slot said that Alisson Becker has not returned to training yet. According to this strategist, Becker will return to training soon, but the coaching staff listens to opinions from doctors and does not want to make any risky decisions. With these shares, the possibility of Alisson Becker playing for Man United is uncertain.
Left-back Milos Kerkez also left open the possibility of playing at Old Trafford. This player participated in training on May 1st after suffering a minor injury earlier this week.
Star Mohamed Salah suffered a muscle injury in the match against Crystal Palace. Coach Arne Slot hopes the Egyptian striker will return before the end of the season. He also confirmed that Salah will not be able to play for Man United.
In addition to these three players, Liverpool also has other long-term injuries such as Stefan Bajcetic, Conor Bradley, Hugo Ekitike, Wataru Endo and Giovanni Leoni.
On Man United's side, their force is rated better than the away team. Striker Matheus Cunha is likely to return after being sidelined in the 2-1 victory over Brentford due to a groin injury. Luke Shaw, who was substituted in the previous round, is also expected to continue to start.
Defender Patrick Dorgu has been on the squad for the previous round and is ready to play. This will give coach Michael Carrick more options in the left winger position. Meanwhile, center-back Lisandro Martinez continues to be absent due to suspension. In addition, center-back Matthijs de Ligt is still in the process of recovering from a back injury and cannot play.
Man United vs Liverpool is an English football derby. Man United has 61 points, ranked 3rd in the standings. They are 3 points ahead and ranked 1 place above Liverpool. The results at Old Trafford have a major impact on the overall ranking of the two teams this season. At this time, the goal of the two teams is none other than a ticket to the UEFA Champions League next season.
This match is really very important. Right from the moment I arrived at the club, I immediately realized its meaning for the club itself and fans around the world.
This match feels like a knockout match. We are in a very good position before it starts. The players are in good form and confident, and I am really excited to face Liverpool. The match will be tense, exciting, and I am sure it will have dramatic moments," Carrick shared about the match.
The Man United vs Liverpool match will take place at 9:30 PM on May 3. In the first leg, Man United won against the opponent 2-1 away from home.
