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Liverpool Set for Title Test Against Manchester United as Top Four Battle Intensifies

By Milcah Tanimu

As the Premier League action unfolds, league leaders Liverpool brace themselves for a crucial encounter against Manchester United, eyeing a step closer to matching their arch-rivals’ record of 20 English titles.

In the midst of an enthralling title race, Arsenal and Manchester City will be on the lookout for any missteps from Liverpool, while the competition for the top four spots and the battle for relegation survival are also gaining momentum.

Here are three key talking points leading up to this weekend’s fixtures:

1. No ‘Revenge’ Mission for Liverpool:

Fresh from their recent FA Cup quarter-final defeat against Manchester United, memories of the painful loss linger for Alex Mac-Allister and his Liverpool teammates. However, despite the opportunity for redemption at Old Trafford, the Argentine midfielder has downplayed the notion of seeking revenge. Jurgen Klopp’s side, currently two points clear at the top, is focused on securing victory to edge closer to United’s record title tally.

2. Top Four Race Heats Up:

Tottenham, led by manager Ange Postecoglou, acknowledges that they are still a work in progress despite being firmly in contention for a top-four finish. With Tottenham trailing fourth-placed Aston Villa by two points with a game in hand, every fixture becomes crucial in the quest for Champions League qualification. Villa, aiming for their first Champions League appearance since 1983, embraces the pressure as they face Brentford in a bid to maintain their position.

3. ‘Only Way is Up’ in Survival Battle:

Nottingham Forest’s midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White exudes confidence following their recent victory over Fulham, which has improved their prospects of avoiding relegation. With points deductions affecting both Nottingham Forest and Everton due to financial breaches, the fight for survival intensifies. Everton, enduring a club-record winless run in the league, confront Sean Dyche’s Burnley in a pivotal showdown at Goodison Park.

As the race for the title, top-four finish, and survival intensifies, the Premier League promises thrilling encounters across the board this weekend.

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