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Manchester City prepares for hostile match against Liverpool amid 115-case controversy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 8:35 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Manchester City prepares for hostile match against Liverpool amid 115-case controversy

Summary

Manchester City is set to face Liverpool at Anfield in their next Premier League fixture on Sunday. The match marks their first appearance since the heated fallout from the 115-case verdict. Players and staff are expected to experience significant hostility from fans, as described by Gary Neville. Despite the surrounding controversy, Enzo Maresca’s squad is considered capable of handling the pressure, featuring strong leaders such as Erling Haaland and Ruben Dias who have experience in high-stakes situations.

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•Manchester City will play Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.
•This match follows the controversial verdict of the 115-case.
•Gary Neville warns of a hostile reception for City players.
•Erling Haaland and Ruben Dias are expected to lead the team.
•City has not played since the uproar surrounding the case began.

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8:35 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester City will enter the fire and they have the players to thrive in the inferno

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Manchester City are facing the fury of the football world at the moment. The verdict of the 115-case has sparked an outroar the likes of which hasn’t been seen for some time in football, be it in En...
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