FILE PHOTO: Premier League - Liverpool v Manchester City - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - November 10, 2019. Liverpool's Joe Gomez in action with Manchester City's Raheem Sterling Action Images via Reuters/Carl Recine
(Reuters) - Manchester City's clash with league leaders Liverpool next Thursday will take place at the Etihad Stadium and not at a neutral ground, despite concerns the venue may attract supporters.
Liverpool could seal their first English league crown in 30 years against City next Thursday, and authorities were concerned that fans might congregate outside the stadium to celebrate their success, flouting restrictions in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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