Liverpool vs Man Utd set to go ahead despite snow – latest updates

When is it?

Liverpool vs Manchester United is due to kick off at 4.30pm GMT on Sunday, 5 January at Anfield in Liverpool, England.

How can I watch it?

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So Liverpool will indeed face Manchester United at Anfield in the Premier League this afternoon, with the Reds looking to extend their five-point lead at the top of the table.

Arne Slot’s side began the year six points ahead of Arsenal with a game in hand over the Gunners, though they will be aware that any slip up can be costly despite being overwhelming favourites for the title already.

But they will be supremely confident as they face a United side with just two league wins under new manager Ruben Amorim, with the Portuguese having seen his side crumble to defeats against Newcastle, Wolves and Bournemouth in the last fortnight alone.

The 39-year-old admitted that United were potentially in a relegation battle as it stands, and it could well get worse before it gets better, with the Red Devils having started the weekend just seven points clear of the drop zone.

“Well that’s a new one: the train conductor just announced over the tannoy that the match is indeed on.

“A few from London were cancelled earlier but for the most part it has looked relatively smooth for those making their way towards Anfield from different parts of the country.

“On the ground in the city, we’re advised snow fell overnight but there has been rain since, and it’s not heavy right now.

“Doubtless the ground staff will be hard at work for a few hours but there’s little reason to think we can look forward to anything other than another interesting meeting between these two old rivals.”

“Today’s fixture against Manchester United will go ahead as planned,” Liverpool have confirmed on X. “Two safety meetings were held earlier to assess the weather and travel conditions.

“We thank everyone involved in helping us to get this game on today. If you’re travelling to Anfield then please take extra care. We look forward to seeing you there.”

The news from Anfield is that Liverpool vs Manchester United is set to go ahead despite heavy snow this morning.

Just 15 minutes until that safety meeting, then. At this stage, the match is still set to go ahead as scheduled – though you can see just how heavy the fall was last night. This chap is eyeing a spot in Manchester United’s midfield, where he might add some mobility.

And while we wait for news from Anfield, here’s the story on that Arsenal draw at Brighton, where a controversial penalty decision rather distracted from the wider problems at play for Mikel Arteta’s men. Miguel Delaney was at the Amex:

With Arsenal dropping more points yesterday, Liverpool could widen their lead at the top of the Premier League table to eight points with victory this afternoon, provided, of course, the match goes ahead. Remember that they do still have that game in hand against Everton – it’s looking better and better for Arne Slot’s side even at this early stage.

The League Two fixture between Chesterfield and Gillingham has already been postponed this morning.