And Mata came in for his first start since January 17, helping United to their most impressive display of the season, however Neville thinks Di Maria's pace at Anfield could be crucial.
The former United right-back believes the decision between Mata and Di Maria is the only one Louis van Gaal may have trouble with ahead of the Anfield clash.
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Angel Di Maria should replace Juan Mata against Liverpool
"I think nine of them are absolute certainties, rest-aside injuries that could happen in training," Neville said on Sky Sports' Monday Night Football show.
"I think Valencia, Smalling, Jones, Fellaini, Carrick, Herrera, Young and Rooney will all play.
"The big decision is Di Maria or Mata. I would go with Di Maria for pace.
"I think they will need to play on the counter attack and also match the speed of Moreno and Coutinho (on the Liverpool left)."
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