Premier League, Liverpool vs Manchester City: Their rivalry in stats
What's the story
Premier League champions Liverpool host leaders Manchester City in a crunch encounter on Sunday. Liverpool trail City by seven points, having played a game more. This game at Anfield is a must-win for the Reds if they are to be in the race for the league title. Meanwhile, City have been ruthless of late. Here we look at these two teams' rivalry in stats.
Head-to-head
Premier League: Liverpool have the edge over City
The two sides have met on 47 occasions in the Premier League so far. Notably, Liverpool have clinched 20 victories and City have won 10 times. 17 games between them have ended in a draw. Liverpool also have the edge in terms of goals scored. The Reds have netted 73 goals, whereas, City have scored 60 times.
Overall tally
Liverpool vs Man City: Their overall head-to-head stats
Prior to the EPL's inception, the two teams met 118 times in Division One. The Reds won 59 games, lost 34, and drew another 25. In Division Two, Liverpool won once and the other game ended in a draw. FA Cup: Liverpool wins 3, City wins 2, Draws 2. League Cup: Liverpool wins 3, City wins 1, Draws 3. Champions League: Liverpool wins 2.
Honors
Liverpool have won more trophies than City
In terms of titles won, Liverpool have won 64 as compared to Man City's 26. Liverpool have won more league titles (19-6) The Reds have tasted more success in European competitions (13-1). In worldwide honors, Liverpool lead the list 1-0. In domestic cups (FA Cup, League Cup, and Community Shield), Liverpool have the better tally (30-19).
Premier League
City have tasted more success in terms of EPL trophies
Manchester City have the third-best record in terms of Premier League titles won (4). They are behind Manchester United (13) and Chelsea (5). City won the Premier League in 2011-12, 2013-14, 2017-18, and 2018-19. Meanwhile, Liverpool, who went on to dominate Division One with 18 honors, broke their Premier League duck last season.
2020-21 season
Premier League: A look at the proceedings this season
City lead the standings after amassing 47 points from 21 matches. They have registered 14 wins, five draws, and two losses. City have conceded the fewest goals this season (13) and have the most clean sheets (13). Notably, they have kept six clean sheets in a row. Liverpool have collected 40 points from 22 games. They have 11 wins, seven draws, and four losses.