Alan Shearer says what every Liverpool fan is thinking with prediction for Brighton game
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Liverpool IconLiverpool FC NewsFeaturesLiverpool FCLiverpool is back in Premier League action as it travels to Brighton later, with Arne Slot's side looking to strengthen its hopes of qualifying for next season's Champions LeagueAlan Shearer has made his prediction for Liverpool's game against Brighton(Image: Getty Images)Alan Shearer has insisted that every remaining game for Liverpool this season is “huge”, starting with today’s clash against Brighton.The Reds have the chance to strengthen their hold on the Premier League’s top five, which could be enough to secure a place in next season’s Champions League. Arne Slot’s side will have seen that Manchester United slipped up at Bournemouth on Friday, which opens the door a little more on the race for spots at Europe’s top table.With Chelsea and Aston Villa playing later this weekend, Liverpool can make sure it holds on to a place in the top five with a victory on the south coast.READ MORE: PSG manager Luis Enrique has already made it clear what he thinks of Arne Slot and LiverpoolREAD MORE: Arne Slot reveals when he expects Alexander Isak to return from injury after Sweden omissionThe Reds though are at a slight disadvantage compared to their rivals thanks to their packed schedule over the remainder of the campaign.
Liverpool is the only team out of the four contenders that is still in three competitions, with Champions League and FA Cup commitments to deal with.Shearer feels that every game now is a big one as Slot’s side looks to secure European qualification, while also trying to win a piece of silverware. The former Newcastle and England striker though is not convinced about their chances against Brighton, even after the midweek win over Galatasaray.“Liverpool’s league form has gone flat,” Shearer told Betfair.
You don't know what you're going to get.Liverpool will be aiming to take confidence from the win over Galatasaray as it faces Brighton(Image: Alfie Cosgrove/News Images/NurPhoto via Getty Images)“It all goes on to the international break after this weekend as well, so it's important that you don't sit on a poor result for two weeks.“It's a difficult one to predict. Shearer has also predicted Chelsea’s game at Everton, and has backed Liverpool’s neighbor to pick up a win, which would come as a huge boost.What’s more, he also predictes that Villa will drop points against West Ham on Sunday, which would result in Liverpool remaining in fifth heading into the international break, while pulling another point clear of Chelsea.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCAlan ShearerPremier LeagueBrighton