Manchester United vs Liverpool live early team news and how to watch Premier League fixture

Manchester United will be targeting a return to winning ways when they welcome Liverpool to Old Trafford this afternoon, kick-off 4pm.

United, who are unbeaten in their last three meetings with the Merseysiders, were beaten 2-1 by Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium last time out. Joao Pedro netted a last-gasp winner after Amad had earlier cancelled out Danny Welbeck's opener.

The Reds had won their Premier League opener against Fulham at Old Trafford eight days earlier, sealing a 1-0 victory via a late goal from Joshua Zirkzee. Liverpool, meanwhile, have won each of their opening two games this season.

United failed to finalise the signing of Uruguay international Manuel Ugarte in time for him to feature this afternoon. Nevertheless, a change in midfield is expected due to the absence of Mason Mount through injury.

United are unbeaten at Old Trafford against Liverpool at Old Trafford, winning two and drawing one of the last three meetings.

Follow the live blog below for updates and analysis from Old Trafford.

Hello and welcome along to the Manchester Evening News' live coverage of United's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford.

United will be targeting three points against their arch-rivals this afternoon after being beaten 2-1 by Brighton & Hove Albion last time out.

We will have regular updates and analysis from Old Trafford throughout the afternoon.

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