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Manchester United vs Liverpool: Klopp wants points if game postpones due to protests

He added that Liverpool has nothing to do with the situation of United fans not wanting the game to happen.

New Delhi: Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool FC’s manager, made a statement about Manchester United fans protesting against the Glazers. He said that the points must be given to Liverpool if protests impact the game at Old Trafford. He also expressed that he does not want the game to be rescheduled.

In May, last year, thousands of United fans entered the concourse outside Old Trafford to protest against the owners of the club. One of the most awaited fixtures had to be called off due to the protests. It is expected that around 10,000 fans will walk in protest against Joel Glazer before the game kicks off.

Referring to the situation, Klopp said, “I really hope it will not happen but if it happens I think we should get the points.” He added that Liverpool has nothing to do with the situation of United fans not wanting the game to happen. Klopp also does not want the game to be rescheduled and fit somewhere in a busy schedule moreover he is looking forward to playing the game and going back.

Talking about United’s newly appointed manager Eric ten Hag, Klopp said that he has no sympathy for him. He said, “It’s not necessary to feel sympathy for Ten Hag. If it’s football problems, we have problems. I am not sure you would go to Manchester United and ask them if we have too many injuries.” Eric is the sixth manager for United since Klopp took over Liverpool.

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Manchester United is not having a great time on the field as well. The club lost to Brighton 2-1, where the only goal scored for United was the own goal by Mac Allister. Later, Brentford scored four goals in the first half to beat United 4-0. If they lose the game against Liverpool it will be the first time for them to open a season with three straight defeats in the Premier League era. The teams will play the game on August 23 at 12:30 am IST.