How to watch today's Liverpool vs Manchester City Premier League game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

A titanic clash between Liverpool and Manchester City headlines the Premier League's matchday 25 action as the Reds look to derail the Citizens' title charge. 

Here is where to find English-language live streams of Liverpool vs Manchester City, as GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the game today.

	USA	Peacock
	UK	Sky Sports
	Australia	Stan Sport
	Canada	Fubo Canada
	India	JioStar
	South / Sub-Saharan Africa	SuperSport
	Malaysia	Astro
	Middle East	beIN Sports Malaysia

How to watch anywhere with a VPN

If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.

A VPN, such as ExpressVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. Click here for a step-by-step guide or, alternatively, check out GOAL's guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.

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Liverpool vs Manchester City kick-off time

Premier League - Premier League

Anfield

Liverpool and Manchester City will kick off on 8 Feb 2026 at 16:30 GMT and 11:30 EST.

Match Preview

Liverpool are targeting a third successive victory after back-to-back wins over Qarabag and Newcastle United, where they netted an impressive 10 goals combined and conceded just once. However, the Reds currently sit in sixth place in the Premier League. The champions will be eager to claim a big scalp against Manchester City at Anfield to boost their push toward the top four.

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City, meanwhile, extended their unbeaten run to four matches by defeating Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup, securing their spot in the final against Arsenal. Currently sitting second in the Premier League, the Citizens will be desperate for a victory at Anfield to close the gap on leaders Arsenal and intensify the title race.

Injuries, key stats  

Liverpool currently have several key players sidelined, including Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, Alexander Isak, Jeremie Frimpong and Stefan Bajcetic, but Joe Gomez could make his return from an injury after missing two games.

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City also has their injury problems as Jeremy Doku, Josko Gvardiol, Savinho and Mateo Kovacic are sidelined, while John Stones and Bernardo Silva are both doubtful.

The Citizens ended their four-match winless streak against Liverpool with a commanding 3-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium in November. 

The Reds had been unbeaten in their previous two league meetings with City (two wins and two draws) before suffering that heavy defeat at the Etihad Stadium. 

This fixture marks the 200th meeting between the two clubs in all competitions, with Liverpool holding the overall edge, winning 95 games compared to City's 53, plus draws.

Team news & squads

Liverpool vs Manchester City Probable lineups

Liverpool

4-2-3-1

Formation

4-3-3

MCI

1

A. Becker

5

I. Konate

4

V. van Dijk

6

M. Kerkez

8

D. Szoboszlai

10

A. Mac Allister

38

R. Gravenberch

18

C. Gakpo

7

F. Wirtz

11

M. Salah

22

H. Ekitike

25

G. Donnarumma

15

M. Guehi

3

R. Dias

33

N. O'Reilly

27

M. Nunes

4

T. Reijnders

16

Rodri

14

N. Gonzalez

10

R. Cherki

42

A. Semenyo

9

Erling Haaland

4-3-3

MCI

Probable lineup

• 1

  A. Becker

• 5

  I. Konate

• 4

  V. van Dijk

• 6

  M. Kerkez

• 8

  D. Szoboszlai

• 10

  A. Mac Allister

• 38

  R. Gravenberch

• 18

  C. Gakpo

• 7

  F. Wirtz

• 11

  M. Salah

• 22

  H. Ekitike

Substitutes

Manager

• A. Slot

Probable lineup

• 25

  G. Donnarumma

• 15

  M. Guehi

• 3

  R. Dias

• 33

  N. O'Reilly

• 27

  M. Nunes

• 4

  T. Reijnders

• 16

  Rodri

• 14

  N. Gonzalez

• 10

  R. Cherki

• 42

  A. Semenyo

• 9

  Erling Haaland

Substitutes

Manager

• P. Guardiola

Form

Head-to-Head Record

LIV

Last 5 matches

MCI

2

Wins

2

Draws

1

Win

• Manchester City

  3

  -

  0

  Liverpool

• Manchester City

  0

  -

  2

  Liverpool

• Liverpool

  2

  -

  0

  Manchester City

• Liverpool

  1

  -

  1

  Manchester City

• Manchester City

  1

  -

  1

  Liverpool

6

Goals scored

5

Games over 2.5 goals

1/5

Both teams scored

2/5

Standings

Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Liverpool vs Manchester City today

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1. Download & Install: Sign up to ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
2. Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
3. Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
4. Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.

How to watch on the Big Screen

Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belong on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:

• Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
• Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.

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