Alan Shearer makes Premier League title prediction after Arsenal overtake Liverpool

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Alan Shearer discussing the Premier League title race (Picture: YouTube) Alan Shearer has revealed his take on the Premier League title race after Arsenal climbed above defending champions Liverpool. Liverpool, bidding to retain the Premier League trophy under Arne Slot, were five points clear at the top of the table just a week ago but now find themselves trailing Arsenal.

Arsenal have taken full advantage of Liverpool’s blip, beating Newcastle United and West Ham over the past two game weeks to climb to the top of the Premier League. Arsenal beat West Ham at the Emirates Stadium (Picture: Getty) But the Premier League record goalscorer and England legend is still backing Liverpool to retain the title. ‘Moving on to Arsenal, do you now think Arsenal are now favourites for the title?’ Gary Lineker asked Shearer on The Rest is Football podcast. ‘They’re looking good and the squad looks amazing with all the recruitment over the summer.

Liverpool lost to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge (Picture: Getty) ‘We all tipped Liverpool before the season started and it’s still very early but if you had to pick a team to win the league right now, who are you going for?’ Shearer replied: ‘I’m not going to change my mind just yet, Gary. They were five points behind a week ago, now they’re one point ahead, it’s mad.’ Discussing Arsenal’s title aspirations, Micah Richards added: ‘Arsenal have the squad to win the Premier League, definitely. ‘It’s just that little bit at the end, whether they’re ahead or behind, dealing with that pressure.