Jamie Carragher makes early prediction for Liverpool vs Man United

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Mauricio Pochettino’s first game as Manchester United manager will come away at Liverpool, after the former Tottenham boss was announced as Michael Carrick’s successor earlier this week. United currently sit in the Premier League‘s relegation zone, and it was no surprise to see Carrick relieved of his duties before the big trip to Anfield.Liverpool fans, you have £10 to spend on your dream front three, who are you picking and why?

Carragher not expecting Man United improvement vs Liverpool United actually did the double over Liverpool last season after some dicey recent history against their biggest domestic rivals. According to Carragher, however, the presence of an international break – in which Pochettino will manage USA for the final time – just before the match, should mean Liverpool are still favourites, especially if they perform as they did in their last home game against Arsenal.“I’m not expecting a big improvement from Man United, really, in that game,” Carragher said on The Overlap.

But, no, I’m not expecting this big upturn at Manchester United.” Liverpool have to beat Man United No matter what is going on at Manchester United, and regardless of who is in the dugout, Liverpool fans will always worry about games against the Old Trafford side. Just as Liverpool used to be when United were sweeping up title after title, the Red Devils are more than capable of being a thorn in their side, and they proved as much last year.