Liverpool v Manchester United: Brendan Rodgers needs a win to cement team-building Despite having left out some of the more high-profile signings of the former regime, it is to his credit there has been no sign of rancour from those who have been relegated to fringe status. The transparency of his decision making - thoroughly explaining to players why they have been left out and what they need to do in order to get back into the first team - has ensured there has been no simmering resentment over his decisions. He will be hoping the budding team spirit manifests itself in league results as he pursues the elusive first win against United.