Liverpool v Manchester United: is Premier League game on TV, which channel and live stream, what time is kick-off?

The first North West derby of the new Premier League season draws closer.

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Liverpool prepare for the first North-West derby of the Premier League season this Monday, as they face a struggling Manchester United - but with problems of their own.

Liverpool still have a crisis with injuries in their midfield and record signing Darwin Nunez banned after receiving a red card against Crystal Palace at the start of the week.

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But all eyes will be on Manchester United, after a stuttering start to their Premier League season, rumours of the club being subject to a new owner bid and Cristiano Ronaldo cautioned by the police.

Liverpoolworld are here once more to let you know when and where you can watch Liverpool vs. Manchester United.

How did Liverpool’s opponents fare in their last fixture?

Man Utd’s Erik ten Hag.Man Utd’s Erik ten Hag.
Man Utd’s Erik ten Hag.

It was the talk of last weekend’s Premier League fixtures; Erik ten Hag’s team losing to a well organised Brentford squad 4-0, with all four goals coming before half time.

It has left the Red Devils rooted to the bottom of the Premier League with no points and is the worst start to a Manchester United season in 48 years.

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Manchester United fans have once again called for the Glazers to leave the club with talks of a protest planned before the game once again - many will remember the last protest Manchester United fans held ahead of a Liverpool game, leading to the match being postponed.

When are Liverpool playing this weekend?

Liverpool will host Manchester United at Anfield on Monday 22 August, with kick off commencing at 8:00pm.

How can I watch Liverpool vs Manchester United on TV?

Liverpool vs Manchester United will be screened live as part of Sky Sports Monday Night Football on Sky Sports Premier League with coverage starting from 7:00pm.

talkSPORT Radio will also be running live commentary during the game, which kicks off at 8:00pm.

How do I sign up to Sky Sports and Now TV

Sky Sports is available with a Sky TV package:

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  • Those who already have a Sky subscription can add Sky Sports for an extra £25 per month.
  • Those Sky customers who only wish to watch Football coverage can sign up to the “2-for-1” offer, getting Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Football for £18 per month.
  • Those new to Sky can sign up and get Sky Sports alongside Sky’s entertainment package for £44 per month (18 month contract, £20 set up fee)

To learn more about how to add Sky Sport to existing packages, or to create a new package with the provider, you can visit the dedicated Sky Sports page.

For those not looking for a long term contract, NOW TV offer two sports passes on their flagship stream service:

  • NOW TV Daily pass - £11.99 (per 24 hour)
  • NOW TV Monthly pass - £25 (per month)

For more details on how to get NOW TV, or to purchase a no-contract pass to watch the Premier League, you can visit NOW TV’s website for more details.

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