Liverpool Leads Premier League Despite Competition

Liverpool is set to return to Premier League action after a postponed Merseyside Derby, maintaining their top position while title rivals Manchester City and Arsenal falter. Fulham, who drew with Arsenal, face Liverpool at Anfield, where they have struggled historically, winning only once in 14 matches against them. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest's impressive form continues with a recent win over Manchester United, marking their 5,000th match in English Football League history. In the Northern Irish league, Glentoran seeks consistency after a recent strong performance, while Ballymena United and Dungannon Swifts face off in an unexpected clash. Newcastle United looks to bounce back against Leicester City, with Paul Merson predicting a home victory despite their recent struggles. Lastly, Tottenham Hotspur prepares for a League Cup showdown against Manchester United, where historical performance favors the Red Devils.