Peter Crouch admits it’s a ‘tough one’ as he predicts the outcome of Liverpool vs Man City.

Peter Crouch has shared his verdict ahead of Liverpool’s Premier League showdown with Manchester City on Sunday, admitting it’s “a tough one” to split the two most recent champions.

Both sides head into the Anfield clash on the back of victories over Newcastle. Liverpool bounced back to winning ways in the league last weekend, while Pep Guardiola’s men dashed the Magpies’ hopes of retaining the Carabao Cup with a midweek win.

Arne Slot has recently had to cope with defensive injury problems, though he remains hopeful Joe Gomez could return in time for Sunday. Manchester City, meanwhile, are expected to be without Bernardo Silva, adding to a list of absentees that already includes Jeremy Doku, Josko Gvardiol and John Stones.

Crouch’s Liverpool vs Man City prediction
Speaking on the latest episode of That Peter Crouch Podcast, the former Reds striker struggled to separate the two sides when asked for his prediction.

“This is always a tough one, isn’t it?” Crouch said. “I’d go for 2-2 because it’s been working for me, and I can just see it.”
The 45-year-old also named his pick for the opening goal, adding: “I’m going to go with Hugo Ekitike to score first.”

A fixture that’s hard to call

Liverpool’s recent wins over Qarabag and Newcastle mean they approach Sunday in confident mood, but the same was true when they last met City in November—only to suffer a 3-0 defeat at the Etihad Stadium.

This time, home advantage could make a decisive difference. A floodlit Anfield clash against a major rival is known for producing a ferocious atmosphere, often lifting the Reds to another level.

City arrive in stronger form than when they last visited L4, although dropped points against Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have prevented them from closing the gap on leaders Arsenal.

As the final game of the Premier League weekend, both teams will be fully aware of how their rivals have fared, which could shape whether a 2-2 draw—like the one Crouch predicts—would be viewed as a positive outcome.

At present, a point might suit Liverpool based on how their campaign has unfolded, but by Sunday afternoon, anything less than three points could feel like a missed opportunity.
Slot’s side have already beaten Arsenal, Real Madrid and Inter Milan this season, underlining their ability to rise to the biggest occasions. While City present a formidable challenge, Liverpool will believe they have what it takes to make amends for their defeat in Manchester three months ago.