This Sunday, Anfield will host a Premier League showdown between Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool and Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, as the top three title contenders battle for supremacy. With Arsenal nipping at their heels, the pressure is on for both teams to secure a crucial victory.
Former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton has thrown his hat into the prediction ring. He boldly declared that City, despite being the reigning champions across various competitions, are destined for defeat.
Sutton believes Liverpool’s home advantage and Mohamed Salah’s return from injury could tip the scales in their favor. He also envisions a tight 2-1 victory for the Reds. Sutton told BBC Sport,
“City are the Premier League champions, European champions and world champions… so who is going to write them off? I am. They are going to lose.
I have a hunch that, with Liverpool being at home, they will have the slight edge and Mohamed Salah’s return from injury could make the difference for them in a very tight game.
I will probably look stupid at full-time but I am going with ‘darling’ Darwin Nunez to score and the Reds to win.
Sutton’s prediction: 2-1.”
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On the other hand both teams enter the match in good form, with Liverpool winning their last four league games and City triumphing in four of their last five.
Anfield’s intimidating atmosphere may not rattle the City players. But Liverpool’s defensive strength, bolstered by the return of Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah, could prove formidable.
The stakes are high, with Arsenal potentially seizing the top spot depending on their earlier result against Brentford.
Mikel Arteta’s side will be nervously watching as the title race unfolds. He will be hoping for a draw that puts control back in their hands.
The Liverpool vs Manchester City fixture is a guarantee of goals featuring Erling Haaland, Virgil van Dijk and Mo Salah. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s pre-match comments have added spice to the mix.
Chris Sutton points out City’s less-than-stellar record at Anfield, having won only once in seven league visits under Guardiola.
Nevertheless, he acknowledges that underestimating City would be a foolish move, given their prowess.
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As Klopp and Guardiola face off, there’s a sense of finality, with rumors of Klopp taking a sabbatical after the season.
While a potential FA Cup meeting looms, Guardiola, who views Klopp as his toughest adversary, may secretly hope to avoid a rematch.
In a fixture known for its goal-scoring history, only three goalless draws have occurred in the last 17 years, emphasizing the likelihood of an action-packed game.
Buckle up for a Sunday showdown that could shape the course of the Premier League title race.
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