Liverpool hosts struggling Manchester City as Premier League leaders aim to extend their lead

Liverpool will host Manchester City at Anfield this weekend, with Liverpool leading the Premier League by eight points. City, the defending champions, are struggling, having lost three league matches and recently suffered a heavy defeat to Tottenham. Pep Guardiola faces significant pressure as City’s form has declined sharply, including a recent collapse in the Champions League. In contrast, Liverpool, under Arne Slot, has been performing strongly, winning ten of their eleven league games. A win for Liverpool could extend their lead to eleven points, making it difficult for City to catch up. Liverpool has been dominant at home, winning key matches against top teams this season.