Manchester United vs Liverpool: 5 reasons why this could be the best derby in recent years

#3 The history of the two managers

Klopp and Mourinho are two managers with a contrasting approach towards the game

Very few managers in history have got the better of Jose Mourinho and Jurgen Klopp is one of them. The two managers have played each other 8 times with Klopp coming out on top 3 times, four matches ending in a draw and a lone victory for Mourinho.

One of Klopp’s greatest ever victories was against Mourinho when his Borussia Dortmund side beat Mourinho’s Real Madrid 4-1! Also, Klopp’s first Premier League win was against Mourinho’s Chelsea; a 3-1 win at Stamford Bridge.

However, the previous three matches between the two sides (all under the same managers) have ended in a stalemate. All things considered, Mourinho will want to better his record against the German manager and it is a great opportunity considering his side are at home.

As for Klopp, Manchester United is the only Top 6 side his Liverpool have not beaten in the Premier League since he took over. He will want to get that weight off his shoulder.