BBC pundit made awful Liverpool prediction in 2024 - it's as bad as Gary Neville's
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In 2024, Liverpool's Premier League title defense under new manager Arne Slot has been impressive, defying many pre-season expectations. Despite their 2023/24 success as reigning champions, some prominent BBC pundits made notably poor predictions regarding Liverpool's prospects for the current season.
Before the season, Pat Nevin, a former Everton player and BBC pundit, predicted that Liverpool would struggle to make the top four. He remarked, "It is just a complete guess with them now, but I am thinking they will need another year under Arne Slot to make the top four," in an interview with The Mirror. Nevin's call proved wildly inaccurate given Liverpool’s strong start to the campaign.
Similarly, former Manchester United player and pundit Gary Neville forecasted a disappointing season for Liverpool, placing them outside the Champions League qualifiers and backing teams like Manchester United and Tottenham to finish ahead. Neville stated, "I’ve gone for Arsenal... Manchester City second, Manchester United third... Tottenham fourth," expressing doubt about Liverpool's ability to maintain a top-four position.
These predictions have been labeled "hilariously bad" due to Liverpool's dominant form so far. The Reds comfortably lead the Premier League table, even going 11 points clear at one stage following a pivotal win over Manchester City. This strong performance marks an unexpected triumph in Arne Slot's first season, especially considering the uncertainty after Jurgen Klopp's departure, a factor pundits widely believed would impair the team’s competitiveness.
Overall, while many BBC pundits struggled to foresee Liverpool's accomplishments this season, the team has not only remained competitive but also emerged as clear title favorites, challenging initial doubts and predictions.
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