Liverpool vs Manchester United: Juan Mata taunts Reds fans ahead of Premier League clash

MANCHESTER UNITED midfielder Juan Mata has labelled the Red Devils’ rivalry with Liverpool as 'one of a kind' - while also giving Reds fans a little reminder of his previous heroics.

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Juan Mata has said that Manchester United's rivalry with Liverpool is 'one of a kind'

The Spaniard was speaking ahead of tomorrow’s match at Anfield, in which United will be looking to continue their unbeaten run in the Premier League.

Mata has enjoyed reasonable success against the Reds, recording three goals and five assists in 13 games - including a memorable match-winning scissor-kick in 2015.

The playmaker netted a brace that day and revealed that he is often reminded of his heroics as Manchester United ran out 2-1 winners.

Mata is now hoping for similar success this season as his side aim for their first league title in five years.

"There is no game like this,” Mata told Sky Sports. 

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Juan Mata celebrated scoring a match-winning scissor-kick at Anfield in 2015

“Through the history there have been great games, big rivalries, and it is a special game to play in, and we feel very lucky to have the chance to play in these games.

"The view from Spain I think is that all of the big Premier League games are viewed similarly. 

“Once you are in England you realise United v Liverpool stands out.

"I have pretty good memories from our games against Liverpool. Every United supporter even now, after a few years, remind me of that goal. 

“When you play for United and score at Anfield and win the game, it stays in peoples' minds."

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Juan Mata scored on his last Premier League start against Crystal Palace

The Red Devils have had some great clashes with Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City over recent years.

But when asked if he thought Liverpool were United’s greatest rivals, he answered: "I believe so, since I came here I always knew the rivalry was big over the years. 

“Everyone in the training ground, fans in the street, they remind you that Liverpool is the game.”

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