Liverpool bottom of running stats as Carrick’s Moyes retort explains lowly Manchester United

A review of Premier League running statistics compiled by Fotmob shows Liverpool sitting at the bottom of the league for distance covered. Despite being outrun by every opponent in both the Premier League and the Champions League this season, Liverpool have won half of their matches and remain unbeaten.

Manchester City, ranked 18th in distance covered, have also been outrun in nearly every game while remaining league leaders. Meanwhile, Manchester United rank 16th, with author Matt Stead referencing past comments from Michael Carrick regarding previous manager David Moyes and the historical context of the club's running metrics.