A massive incentive to show that they mean business this year

Should City have any reason to fear Liverpool and the atmosphere that should greet them as they walk onto the pitch at Anfield? Perhaps even at this stage it’s a little unclear what to expect from Liverpool. A team who have picked up victories away to top four rivals Chelsea and Arsenal have also been on the receiving end of a 4-0 thrashing at the hands of Tottenham. Their Jekyll and Hyde form doesn’t end there as Liverpool have struggled for points against Premier League new boys Swansea and Norwich, both of whom managed to pick up a point at Anfield.

But like Manchester City a year on, Kenny Dalglish’s side have far greater aspirations this season. Backed by the heavy spending of owner John W. Henry over the summer, there is now an expectation for Liverpool to finish in the top four. As has been mentioned, a year on and with strengthened squads the targets for both sides seem a lot more realistic.

With all of Manchester City’s muscle both on and off the pitch, the determination to be back among the top tier of European clubs will give Liverpool enough incentive to prove why they can be taken seriously as top four contenders.

The article was written by Thomas Hallett for FootballFancast.com. Make sure to check out the latest news, blogs and podcasts at FFC – ed.

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