Ex-Arsenal forward Ian Wright is concerned for Manchester United’s chances against Liverpool at Old Trafford and believes Jurgen Klopp’s side will dominate the Red Devils
Ian Wright believes that Manchester United could suffer a ‘hiding’ against Liverpool this weekend at Old Trafford.
The former Arsenal star is concerned for Erik ten Hag’s side after the Red Devils conceded twice deep into stoppage time to lose 4-3 to Chelsea on Thursday. United had previously conceded in the 99th minute against Brentford after scoring in the 96th to draw with the Bees in the Premier League.
Wright is placing little stock in the club’s recent FA Cup win over Liverpool. United came away as 4-3 victors at Old Trafford in March after Amad’s goal in the 121st minute of added time earned their progression.
The 60-year-old pundit believes that Ten Hag’s team do pose a threat, particularly in the shape of Alejandro Garnacho. However, with Liverpool focused on earning a Premier League title, Wright feels the Reds will be intent on gaining an element of revenge.
“I fear for Man United,” Wright said on his Ringer FC podcast. “I just feel like Liverpool will be much more focused than they were in that FA Cup game and be even more ruthless.
“We know United can be ruthless and [Alejandro] Garnacho alone is going to be a threat. But Liverpool will want to go there and put them in their place.
“I worry for United because I can see another big hiding, I could see them getting a good hiding to be honest. It’s not like Old Trafford is a fortress anymore. If Liverpool come and have their heads on it could be a massive worry for United.”
Ten Hag reckons that despite recent results, his side have shown they are able to compete with the best teams in the division. The Dutchman admitted that United must learn how to cement three points however.
“You have seen we have qualities. We have some great players. We can be in momentum and we can play at very high standards,” he said.
“We can compete with the best and we can beat the best teams in the Premier League. But we need to learn how to win games.
“How you bring games over the line and get the three points. We have to step up and we have to make better decisions individually and as a team.”
