Ex-Arsenal star makes bold Liverpool title prediction ahead of game vs Premier League leaders
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Ex-Arsenal Star Makes Bold Liverpool Title Prediction Ahead of Game vs Premier League Leaders
In a striking prediction ahead of Arsenal's clash with Liverpool, former Arsenal star John Aldridge has boldly tipped the Reds to snatch the Premier League title from the Gunners' grasp, despite their current struggles. Speaking to Liverpool.com, Aldridge, who won the league with Liverpool in 1988, insists the champions still possess the quality to mount a late surge[2].
Arsenal sit six points clear at the top after 20 games, with an impressive seven-match winning streak across all competitions, including five straight in the league. Mikel Arteta's side have turned the Emirates into a fortress, winning 14 of 15 home games this season and poised to beat reigning champions in three straight home fixtures for the first time since the 1960s[1][3]. Opta supercomputer gives Arsenal an 84.8% title chance, bolstered by tough fixtures already played against top rivals[3].
However, Liverpool enter unbeaten in nine (five wins, four draws), though recent draws against Leeds and Fulham have stalled momentum. Pundits like Chris Sutton predict a comfortable 2-0 Arsenal win, calling Liverpool "bang-average" and unable to sustain a winning run, with new signing Viktor Gyokeres underperforming up front[2]. Sports Mole echoes this with a 2-0 forecast, citing Arsenal's depth and Liverpool's injury woes[1]. RotoWire tips a tighter 2-1 Arsenal victory, praising Gunners' bench strength including Eberechi Eze and Mikel Merino[4].
Despite historical dominance—Liverpool unbeaten in 25 of 28 recent meetings—Aldrige urges belief, warning Arsenal's lead isn't insurmountable. "Liverpool can still win the title," he claims, eyeing a top-four finish at minimum while reigniting title hopes with a shock result on Thursday[2][6]. Panel debates on YouTube back Arsenal 3-1, citing superior firepower even without Mohamed Salah[5]. The Emirates blockbuster could redefine the race[1].
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