The Premier League has announced the officiating team for the highly anticipated match between Liverpool and Manchester City at Anfield this Sunday. This clash is crucial for both teams, especially for Manchester City, who are looking to bounce back after a disappointing result against Tottenham Hotspur.
Match Overview
Manchester City recently faced a setback, conceding a two-goal lead and finishing with a 2-2 draw against Tottenham. Despite a strong first-half performance highlighted by goals from Rayan Cherki and Antoine Semenyo, the second half saw Dominic Solanke score twice for Spurs, leading to frustration for City over officiating decisions, particularly regarding a potential foul on Marc Guehi.
Referee Appointment
Craig Pawson will officiate the Liverpool vs. Manchester City match. The 46-year-old referee will be overseeing his 18th game of the season, which includes various competitions such as the Premier League and the FA Cup. He has issued 43 yellow cards, two red cards, and two penalties this season.
Pawson’s Experience with Manchester City
- Pawson has officiated 30 matches involving Manchester City.
- City has won 21 of those encounters.
- Pawson has only called one match for City this season, a high-scoring 4-5 victory against Fulham.
Support Officials
Pawson will be assisted by Timothy Wood and Matt Wilkes during the match. The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) will be John Brooks, with support from Assistant VAR Blake Antrobus. Tim Robinson will serve as the fourth official, managing the sidelines as both clubs’ managers, Arne Slot and Pep Guardiola, lead their teams.
This match is particularly significant as Manchester City trails Arsenal by six points in the Premier League standings. Any further mistakes could jeopardize their title defense and ambitions for the season.
