Liverpool have the advantage in this match, they have the squad depth to rotate players effectively and maintain their competitiveness. Manchester City players complained about the number of games they have to play because of the new Champions League format. I think the players are not ready mentally and physically for the busy calendar, it’s no surprise that they are fatigue and are sustaining injuries. I think the number of fixtures should be reduced from next season so the players w can be fit and maintain the quality of the game.
I don't want to believe completely that it's all about Liverpool here, city too has got a good squad and depth except for the fact that a jey player as rodri who is one of their play maker will be absent, Manchester isn't in that very terrible form and this is premier League where they are rated as almost equals, I know I Liverpool is at advantage as the host but I'm a bit optimistic about Manchester City hoping to get a draw if possible because if they loose this, it's going to affect their position on the table and threaten their chances of been in the title race this season for the premiere league.
Liverpool are favored to win, Manchester City efforts to rise and end the negative trend seem to be facing major obstacles, but I think this meeting is a test for both teams. Arne Slot and Pep Guardiola will certainly field their best squads, because the match is very important because it affects the chances of winning the trophy.
Rodri injury factor is one of the reasons for the decline in the performance of Pep Guardiola squad, he is a figure who maintains the depth of the game. In addition, if we refer to their match against Feyenoord in the Champions League, the defense line is an area that should be fixed immediately. It is possible that the match will end in a draw, and it could also be the other way around, Liverpool lose points.