Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola recently shared his perspective on why he sees Liverpool as the frontrunners in the race for this season’s Premier League title. With Liverpool currently leading the table by a narrow margin of two points, Guardiola acknowledges the significance of their position, especially given the fierce competition among the top three teams.
Guardiola’s reasoning is straightforward: the team at the top of the table is typically perceived as the favorite. Thus, with Liverpool holding the lead, Guardiola believes they are the most likely candidates to emerge as champions at the end of the season.
In a recent match against Arsenal, Manchester City aimed to secure a crucial victory. However, Arsenal’s solid defensive performance at the Etihad Stadium led to a frustrating draw for Guardiola’s side. Meanwhile, Liverpool capitalized on their rivals’ dropped points by securing a 2-1 win against Brighton earlier in the day.
With Jurgen Klopp set to depart Anfield at the end of the season, Liverpool is determined to conclude his tenure on a triumphant note. Guardiola is now backing Liverpool to secure the title under Klopp’s guidance.
Guardiola’s post-match comments reflected his belief in Liverpool’s current position, stating, “Always who is first is favorites, second is Arsenal and we are third,” as quoted by the Guardian. Despite criticism of Arsenal’s defensive approach, Guardiola opted not to comment on their tactics, suggesting it falls outside his domain.
Although Liverpool’s last league triumph was four years ago, they are eager to replicate their success, especially in front of their passionate supporters at Anfield. Despite the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the prospect of winning the title with a packed stadium of fans holds significant meaning for the club.
