October 28th 2024.
Gary Neville has recently given his thoughts on the Premier League title race, predicting that Manchester City are the clear favorites to take home the trophy. This comes after a thrilling match between Arsenal and Liverpool, which ended in a 2-2 draw thanks to a late goal from Mohamed Salah.
While both teams may have been satisfied with the result, City's 1-0 win over Southampton on Saturday has put them at the top of the table. With a record-extending fifth consecutive league title in their sights, Neville believes that City are in a strong position, although it is still early in the season.
"Manchester City will surely drop points at some point in the season, but this is a good weekend for them," Neville shared on his podcast. "It's the result they would have wanted."
He went on to say that City are currently the clear favorites, but there is still a long way to go in the season. "I think there is still more to come in this season and Pep and City will surely feel the same, but it's a positive weekend for them."
The draw between Arsenal and Liverpool also sparked discussions about the mentality of both teams. Despite Roy Keane questioning Arsenal's mental strength, Neville believes they should be proud of their position, just five points behind City. "Both managers can be proud of their starts to the season and the strength of their squads," he commented.
Neville then went on to discuss Arsenal's form, acknowledging that they have not been playing at their best. However, he sees this as a positive thing, stating that it's better to peak later in the season. "You don't want to start off too hot and fizzle out towards the end. You want to hit your stride in February, March, or April - that's when you want to be at your strongest."
With Arsenal still in the race for the title, Neville believes they have the potential to come from behind and secure the trophy. "Last year, there was an expectation that they couldn't finish strong. This time, if they do it, they might have to make a comeback, and their form will come later in the season."
In conclusion, Neville is confident that City are in a strong position, but he also sees potential in Arsenal and believes in their ability to challenge for the title. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see which team comes out on top.
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