Steven Gerrard vs Yaya Toure
The battle of the midfield maestros; both Toure and Gerrard will look to impose themselves the game in a similar fashion, by controlling the midfield and breaking forward when possible – although it’s fair to say Toure has better legs than the England captain. Interestingly, both players are brilliant but heavily reliant on their partners; Toure suffered in the defeat against Chelsea without Fernandinho, while Gerrard has been at his best this season alongside Jordan Henderson. Given the pair boast 31 Premier League goals between them this season, it’s likely one will provide a telling contribution to this match. Whoever works hardest – in attack and defence – and takes their chances is likely to lead their team to victory.