Struggling Manchester United, who left Anfield last season with their tails between their legs after a 7-0 drubbing, are facing a Liverpool team top of the Premier League and brimful of confidence

Erik ten Hag’s team, dumped out of Europe this week by Bayern Munich, have lost 12 of their 24 games in all competitions this season.

With a lengthening injury list, it is difficult to find any positives for the visitors ahead of Sunday’s game.

In the midst of intense preparations for a highly anticipated clash against Liverpool, a noticeable contrast was evident during Manchester United’s training session. While a sense of tension engulfed the majority of players, one man stood out with his beaming smile – Bruno Fernandes.

United are without captain Bruno Fernandes for their trip to Anfield

In stark contrast, other United players seemed to carry the weight of expectation on their shoulders. The pressure of the upcoming battle against their arch-rivals was visible in their expressions and body language.