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Premier League | Gameweek 17
Dec 16, 2018 at 4pm UK
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Reaction
Robertson backs 'unbelievable' Alisson to bounce back from mistake
The Brazil international's error allowed Manchester United to equalise during Sunday's Anfield clash but it did not prove costly in the end.
Dec 17, 22:31
Shaqiri says he is 'in a good way' but hopes best is yet to come
The midfielder scored twice as Liverpool beat Manchester United.
Dec 17, 12:01
Manchester United disappointed and deflated after Liverpool loss – Ashley Young
The Premier League table does not make for pretty reading for those connected to the Old Trafford giants.
Dec 17, 10:59
Klopp: We are not focused on Manchester City, only on Liverpool
Jose Mourinho feels Manchester United will be stronger in the second half of the season.
Dec 17, 04:31
Gary Neville: 'Liverpool far better than Manchester United'
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville says that "Liverpool are streets ahead" of the Red Devils, who lost 3-1 at Anfield on Sunday.
Dec 16, 23:30
Alan Shearer blasts Manchester United
Former Newcastle United and England captain Alan Shearer says that Manchester United have "no chance" of finishing in the top four in the Premier League table this season.
Dec 16, 23:22
Jose Mourinho pleased with Romelu Lukaku display
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho was pleased with Romelu Lukaku's performance in Sunday'a 3-1 defeat to Liverpool.
Dec 16, 23:11
Mourinho still has sights set on top four despite Anfield defeat
Manchester United boss keeps believing after 3-1 setback to Liverpool.
Dec 16, 19:46
Klopp: It is one of the best wins since I joined Liverpool
A emphatic victory over Manchester United sent Liverpool back to the top of the league.
Dec 16, 19:46
The Match
Gallery
Liverpool go into the fixture 16 points clear of Manchester United in the Premier League table.
Match Report
Xherdan Shaqiri scores twice from the bench as Liverpool beat arch-rivals Manchester United 3-1 to return to the top of the Premier League.
Live Commentary
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Liverpool's 3-1 win over Man United, as Xherdan Shaqiri netted twice to send his side back to the summit.
Preview
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Sunday's Premier League meeting between Liverpool and Manchester United.
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Form Guide
Build-up
Combined XI: Liverpool vs. Manchester United
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League showdown between Liverpool and Manchester United, Sports Mole selects its combined XI from both squads.
Dec 15, 22:28
Jose Mourinho tells Jurgen Klopp that trophies matter
Liverpool are on an eight-game winless run against United in the Premier League.
Dec 15, 14:07
Stats point against Manchester United pulling off victory at Liverpool
The Red Devils have a poor recent record against their fellow Premier League 'big six' opponents.
Dec 15, 13:01
Klopp willing to do whatever it takes to see off United threat
Old foes are preparing to do battle.
Dec 15, 10:47
Jurgen Klopp: 'Paul Pogba is world class'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp calls Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba "world class" ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between the two teams.
Dec 14, 14:46
How Liverpool could line up against Manchester United
Ahead of Sunday's huge showdown between Liverpool and Manchester United at Anfield, Sports Mole looks at how the home side could line up.
Dec 14, 11:28
How Manchester United could line up against Liverpool
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester United could line up against Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.
Dec 14, 11:16
Jose Mourinho hints at defensive injury crisis
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho suggests that he is facing a defensive injury crisis ahead of Sunday's trip to Liverpool.
Dec 12, 23:48
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| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | GD | PTS | |
| 1 | Liverpool | 21 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 50 | 20 | 30 | 50 |
| 2 | Arsenal | 22 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 43 | 21 | 22 | 44 |
| 3 | Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest | 22 | 13 | 5 | 4 | 33 | 22 | 11 | 44 |
| 4 | Chelsea | 22 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 44 | 27 | 17 | 40 |
| 5 | Manchester CityMan City | 22 | 11 | 5 | 6 | 44 | 29 | 15 | 38 |
| 6 | Newcastle UnitedNewcastle | 22 | 11 | 5 | 6 | 38 | 26 | 12 | 38 |
| 7 | Bournemouth | 22 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 36 | 26 | 10 | 37 |
| 8 | Aston Villa | 22 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 33 | 34 | -1 | 36 |
| 9 | Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton | 22 | 8 | 10 | 4 | 35 | 30 | 5 | 34 |
| 10 | Fulham | 22 | 8 | 9 | 5 | 34 | 30 | 4 | 33 |
| 11 | Brentford | 22 | 8 | 4 | 10 | 40 | 39 | 1 | 28 |
| 12 | Crystal Palace | 22 | 6 | 9 | 7 | 25 | 28 | -3 | 27 |
| 13 | Manchester UnitedMan Utd | 22 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 27 | 32 | -5 | 26 |
| 14 | West Ham UnitedWest Ham | 22 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 27 | 43 | -16 | 26 |
| 15 | Tottenham HotspurSpurs | 22 | 7 | 3 | 12 | 45 | 35 | 10 | 24 |
| 16 | Everton | 21 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 18 | 28 | -10 | 20 |
| 17 | Wolverhampton WanderersWolves | 22 | 4 | 4 | 14 | 32 | 51 | -19 | 16 |
| 18 | Ipswich TownIpswich | 22 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 20 | 43 | -23 | 16 |
| 19 | Leicester CityLeicester | 22 | 3 | 5 | 14 | 23 | 48 | -25 | 14 |
| 20 | Southampton | 22 | 1 | 3 | 18 | 15 | 50 | -35 | 6 |
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