Michael Owen sends trophy verdict to Liverpool with 'silly' claim and Arsenal point
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Former Liverpool strike Michael Owen believes the Reds have the most destructive players in the Premier League but admits their inconsistency could prove costlyMichael Owen maintains that Liverpool are still the top team in the Premier League, despite acknowledging that this season's results might make his claim seem 'silly'. The Premier League is likely to receive five Champions League qualification spots, with Chelsea just a point behind Arne Slot's team.Despite being 21 points adrift of league leaders Arsenal, Owen is convinced that his former team possesses the most formidable players, reports the Liverpool Echo."On Liverpool's given day I still think they're the best team about," Owen, who is the official UK ambassador for Casino.org, told the Liverpool Echo.READ MORE: Michael Owen 'does not buy' Arsenal title claim after Man City lossREAD MORE: Hugo Ekitike spotted for first time since Liverpool injury scare as he breaks cover"When they play well, nobody's winning at Anfield, when Liverpool are absolutely on their a game, there's no team in the country that can."I know, Arsenal will beat them by 20 odd points or whatever this season, but I still believe Liverpool have got the most destructive and best players."Ekitike, Isak, they're incredible.
Probably got the best goalkeeper in the world, you know, they've got some unbelievable players."But over the period of a season, those words that I've just spouted can be made to look silly."FOLLOW OUR LIVERPOOL FB PAGE! Latest Reds news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageDespite their Premier League struggles, Liverpool's European pedigree remains intact.
The only good thing going for Liverpool at the moment is that Chelsea are not performing that well and Villa are slipping a little bit and there's going to be five teams you would think in the in the Champions League places."Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.England's 2026 World Cup kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.