The past few weeks have witnessed a fierce debate over where the rivalry between Liverpool and Manchester City stands in the Premier League pantheon.
Sure, there's little doubt over the quality of the teams, the likes of which English football has never before seen. Astonishing points totals and trophies garnered are evidence of that, so too the two recent meetings between the sides, last weekend's thrilling 2-2 Premier League draw followed by the Reds' enthralling 3-2 FA Cup semi-final triumph at Wembley.
For some, though, the fixture lacks the competitive - well, let's be blunt, nasty - edge of great tussles past, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp and City counterpart Pep Guardiola effusive in praise of each other's team with players on both sides hugely complimentary of the opposition.
