A high-stakes showdown with significant consequences for the title race is on the horizon as Manchester City welcome Liverpool to the Etihad Stadium in the Premier League on Sunday. Pep Guardiola’s side will be eager to bounce back from their recent 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid, a loss that cost them a crucial knockout opportunity. Likewise, Liverpool are determined to regain their winning form after a disappointing 2-2 draw with Aston Villa midweek, which meant they had only won two of their last five games across all competitions.
This clash between the two Premier League giants is sure to be a thrilling affair, with both teams vying for the top spot in the league. The Sporting News provides a comprehensive preview of the match, including details on how to watch the game, kickoff times, and the latest team news and predicted lineups.
How to Watch: Man City vs. Liverpool Live Stream and TV Channel
In Canada, this Premier League match will be broadcast on the Fubo Sports Network, with streaming options available on Fubo. Fubo offers a free trial, allowing sports fans to experience their extensive 84-channel lineup and 250 hours of cloud DVR for as little as $29.99 per month.
Kickoff Time for Man City vs. Liverpool in Canada
The match will take place at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England, and kick off on Sunday, February 23 at 4:30 p.m. local time. Here’s how that translates to kickoff times across Canada:
| Time Zone | Date | Kickoff Time |
| Atlantic Time | Sun, Feb. 23 | 12:30 p.m. |
| Eastern Time | Sun, Feb. 23 | 11:30 a.m. |
| Central Time | Sun, Feb. 23 | 10:30 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sun, Feb. 23 | 9:30 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sun, Feb. 23 | 8:30 a.m. |
Man City vs. Liverpool: Predicted Lineups and Team News
Pep Guardiola has faced a slew of injury concerns, with John Stones the latest casualty after being forced off in the midweek defeat to Real Madrid. Stones has been dealing with a foot issue, and it’s uncertain whether he’ll be available for this crucial clash. Manuel Akanji, Oscar Bobb, and Rodri are also on the sidelines, and the availability of Erling Haaland remains in doubt after he missed the Madrid match due to a knee issue.
Liverpool, on the other hand, are dealing with their own injury woes. Conor Bradley went down with a muscle injury in the draw with Aston Villa, and his status for the weekend is uncertain. Trent Alexander-Arnold and Diogo Jota are not yet fit for a full 90 minutes, while Cody Gakpo is a “close call” for this match, according to manager Arne Slot. Joe Gomez is also expected to be out for an extended period after undergoing another hamstring surgery.
Projected Man City Lineup (4-3-3): Ederson; Khusanov, Ake, Dias, Gvardiol; Nico, Gundogan, Silva; Foden, Marmoush, Savinho
Projected Liverpool Lineup (4-3-3): Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister; Salah, Jota, Diaz
Premier League Fixtures This Week
In addition to the highly anticipated Man City vs. Liverpool clash, the Premier League will feature several other exciting matchups this week. Here’s a rundown of the complete schedule:
Friday, February 21
- Leicester City vs. Brentford (3:00 p.m. ET)
Saturday, February 22
- Everton vs. Manchester United (7:30 a.m. ET)
- AFC Bournemouth vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers (10:00 a.m. ET)
- Arsenal vs. West Ham United (10:00 a.m. ET)
- Fulham vs. Crystal Palace (10:00 a.m. ET)
- Ipswich Town vs. Tottenham Hotspur (10:00 a.m. ET)
- Southampton vs. Brighton & Hove Albion (10:00 a.m. ET)
- Aston Villa vs. Chelsea (12:30 p.m. ET)
Sunday, February 23
- Newcastle United vs. Nottingham Forest (9:00 a.m. ET)
- Manchester City vs. Liverpool (11:30 a.m. ET)
Don’t miss the opportunity to catch all the action as the Premier League race heats up. Be sure to tune in and enjoy the thrilling matchup between Manchester City and Liverpool on Sunday.
