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title: "“Cracks are starting to appear” at Man City, claims Lawrenson"
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# “Cracks are starting to appear” at Man City, claims Lawrenson

Liverpool’s Premier League clash with Manchester City has the feel of a season-defining game about it.

The Reds know that victory would put them nine points clear of their title rivals, while defeat would narrow the gap to just three.

Both sides are actually struggling to find their very best form at the moment, despite still churning out endless wins.

City, in particular, have not looked as strong as they were last season, particularly in a defensive sense.

Speaking on [https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/50334337](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/50334337)*[BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/50334337)*, former Liverpool favourite Mark Lawrenson has tipped Liverpool to win on Sunday, with “cracks starting to appear” with Pep Guardiola’s side:

> I think Liverpool will win the league this year and they have shown us why in the past few weeks.

> If anyone gives them a problem they just seem to know how to solve it.

> I just don’t think City are at the same high level as last season. Part of that is down to injuries but, even with largely the same players, there does not quite seem to be the same feel about the team.

> The little things are going against Pep Guardiola’s side, and some very small cracks are starting to appear, while Liverpool just seem to get stronger and stronger.

### Read Liverpool Verdict

The weekend showdown is so difficult to predict, but the Reds have to fancy their chances.

The Anfield factor could quite easily play a part and City have injury problems to contend with.

The champions still have world-class talent in attacking areas, though – players who can win a game on their own.

It promises to be a memorable occasion.