Liverpool next five fixtures compared to Arsenal and Man City after win over Sheffield United

Liverpool kept pace with Premier League leaders Arsenal with a 2-0 win at Sheffield United, with goals from Virgil van Dijk and Dominik Szoboszali sending the Reds back to within two points of the Gunners.

A big week for Liverpool continued as they played the first of two away games this week, having picked up a dramatic late win over Fulham on Sunday. A tricky trip to Crystal Palace still awaits on Saturday, before a couple of huge tests at home which could demonstrate Liverpool’s title credentials.

Jürgen Klopp will already know his side faces a dead-rubber in next week’s final Europa League group stage encounter against Union SG. That could prove crucial for resting some of his big players, with Manchester United and Arsenal lying in wait afterward

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If Liverpool can pick up another win at Selhurst Park at the weekend and keep pace with leaders Arsenal, those two games will provide the Reds with the opportunity to potentially head into Christmas top of the table

Next five Liverpool fixtures in the Premier League: Crystal Palace (A), Manchester United (H), Arsenal (H), Burnley (A), Newcastle (H)

The Reds can also benefit from Manchester City being out of Premier League action when they take on Arsenal. Pep Guardiola’s side will instead head out for the Club World Cup, meaning its game against Brentford on December 23 is postponed.

Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp.

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Next five Manchester City fixtures in the Premier League: Luton (A), Crystal Palace (H), Everton (A), Sheffield United (H), Newcastle (A)

Of course, it is Arsenal that currently leads the way following its dramatic last-minute win over Luton on Tuesday. The Gunners continue to pick up victories despite not necessarily being at their best, which is something of an ominous sign.

Next five Arsenal fixtures in the Premier League: Aston Villa (A), Brighton (H), Liverpool (A), West Ham (H), Fulham (A)

If Liverpool can maintain its form heading into that huge game against Arsenal at Anfield, then Klopp’s side will have a huge opportunity to make a statement heading into 2024. As we head into the New Year, we’re about to find out just how far this new-look

Liverpool next five fixtures compared to Arsenal and Man City after win over Sheffield United

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