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Juan Mata hit a stunning overhead kick winner against Liverpool in 2015
Most recent meeting at Anfield in league saw Manchester United win 1-0
Liverpool are currently fourth in the table three points ahead of United
The two sides meet next Monday in a game which Mata says is crucial

Published: 07:51 EST, 10 October 2016 | Updated: 10:52 EST, 10 October 2016

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Juan Mata believes a third straight victory over Liverpool at Anfield would show everyone Manchester United really mean business.

Although Liverpool won over two-legs on route to the Europa League final last season, United have recorded wins in both the past two Premier League encounters in March 2015 and January 2016.

In that first meeting, the former Chelsea star scored twice - including a scissor-kick stunner - to seal a 2-1 win and feels victory a week on Monday will showcase United's title credentials.

Juan Mata wants another win over Liverpool to show Manchester United are ready for the title

Mata hit two, including a stunning overhead kick in the 2-1 win over Liverpool in March 2015

PREVIOUS TWO MEETINGS

Jan 2016: Liverpool 0-1 Man Utd

March 2015: Liverpool 1-2 Man Utd

This has been a different week due to the international break, but it's now over and we are already focused on the Premier League, where we have one of the biggest games of the year: our visit to Anfield Road,' he wrote in his personal blog.

Wayne Rooney scored this volley when the two met at Anfield in January to secure a 1-0 win

'As you know, this is a special game for the Manchester United fans and, in general, one of the greatest clashes of the season in European football. I have been lucky to enjoy it in the past and I can assure you that this is a game like no other.

'This time, with both teams in a good moment, I hope we see a spectacular football match.'