Paul Scholes and Roy Keane have shared contrasting predictions ahead of Liverpool\u2019s Premier League clash with Manchester City on Sunday.<\/p>\n
The Reds could move above Pep Guardiola\u2019s side into second place if they can repeat last season\u2019s triumph at the Etihad. They might also have a chance to narrow the gap on league leaders Arsenal, depending on the Gunners\u2019 result against in-form Sunderland the day before.<\/p>\n
After a dreadful spell of six defeats in seven games, Arne Slot\u2019s men have regained momentum with convincing wins over Aston Villa and Real Madrid. However, City remain formidable, having won eight of their last ten matches.<\/p>\n
What did Scholes and Keane predict for Man City vs Liverpool?
\nDuring Stick to Football, the pundits gave their takes on this weekend\u2019s fixtures, with most expecting a City victory. Ian Wright, viewing the match from an Arsenal perspective, said: \u201cA draw would be a good result, but I think City will beat them,\u201d a sentiment echoed by Jill Scott and Roy Keane.<\/p>\n
Gary Neville avoided naming a winner, but Paul Scholes was far more confident in his backing of Liverpool. Having recently called them \u201ca better team\u201d than Real Madrid, he predicted a 2-1 win for the Reds, saying, \u201cI just think Liverpool are better.\u201d<\/p>\n
Liverpool head to the Etihad with fresh confidence
\nA week ago, this fixture might have looked daunting for Liverpool, but impressive victories over Villa and Real Madrid have reignited belief ahead of one of the Premier League\u2019s biggest showdowns.<\/p>\n
Repeating last season\u2019s win would mark a true turnaround after a difficult October, though Slot\u2019s men \u2013 particularly the defence \u2013 will need to be at their absolute best.<\/p>\n
Stopping Erling Haaland will be crucial. The Norwegian striker netted his 27th goal of the season against Borussia Dortmund midweek and has failed to score in only two games all season \u2013 both of which City lost.<\/p>\n
Still, after keeping Kylian Mbapp\u00e9 quiet in midweek, Liverpool will feel capable of dealing with Haaland\u2019s threat. Their recent resurgence should give them every reason to believe they can leave Manchester with all three points once again.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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