Liverpool vs Manchester City: 5 factors that can decide the tie

#3 Anfield factor

Anfield is something else during European nights

The first leg of the all-British tie will be held at the sacred Anfield turf on the 10th April. In an attempt to ruin City’s sprits, Liverpool fans plan a very hostile reception for the Blues’ team bus. In the past, Reds fans have used flares and smoke bombs to unsettle their opponents’ nerves, much to the criticism from all quarters.

Another reason for City fans to worry is the stats in favour of the Reds. Manchester City have not won at Anfield in the Premier League for nearly 15 years. City have lost 14 of their 20 meetings at Liverpool during the modern top-flight era, earning their only victory with a 2-1 win in May 2003. Since 2013/14, they have lost every fixture at Anfield.

But Pep’s men do have the consolation of playing the second leg at home, something most teams in the Champions League would want.