Apart from the future of both managers, it doesn't feel like many people are talking much about either club here, which feels odd before such a grudge match between two old rivals. It's impossible to predict how this one will turn out.

Two of English football’s biggest rivals battle it out at Old Trafford this weekend when Manchester United take on Liverpool.

"It's a standout game," said the United head coach. "There are big games and big rivalries we have with other teams but this is right up there. The history, ups and downs, excitement, entertainment an...