Premier League legend predicts the outcome of the Man City vs Liverpool match

The Man City vs Liverpool fixture will be the center of attention in round 11 of the 2025/26 Premier League. Both teams aim to claim full points from this encounter. Not long ago, ex-footballer Alan Shearer made his forecast for the match outcome.

Currently, Man City sits in 2nd place on the table, one point ahead of Liverpool, who are 3rd. However, the gap between Arsenal and Man City, as well as Arsenal and Liverpool, remains 6 and 7 points respectively. The match at Etihad is crucial for both sides because the loser will fall behind in the title race against Arsenal. Last season, Liverpool won both meetings against Man City, including a 2-0 victory at Etihad, but this season is expected to be much tougher.

At this moment, Man City is set to face Liverpool in the match at the 11th round of the Premier League for the 2025/26 season, and Alan Shearer has made his prediction for the result: “This will be an exciting match capturing fans’ attention worldwide. Both teams are hungry for a win, but Arsenal would very much prefer the game ends in a draw. That’s almost certain. Personally, I predict the match will finish with each team earning one point.

Against Man City, Liverpool will surely want to play with an attacking mindset, which Haaland will enjoy, but their defense performed excellently against Real Madrid, and Liverpool’s backline also did well versus Aston Villa. A perfect and timely comeback ahead of the big clash with Man City.

Now, they need to maintain that form. I know it will be very challenging since Man City is in great shape and Haaland seems unstoppable right now. He will definitely be the focal point of the match. But don’t just focus on Haaland. There are interesting battles all over the pitch. The duel between Van Dijk and Konate against Haaland is a match I’m really looking forward to.”

As for Liverpool’s coach Arne Slot, he remains very cautious: “Playing at Man City’s stadium is a tough challenge for every club, and Liverpool is no exception. Every away game is difficult; Man City has felt this this season as they have lost two away matches. This is a very interesting game. When I was in the Netherlands, I always paid close attention to matches between Liverpool and Man City and tried not to miss a single minute. Similar to El Clasico – it’s one of the few matches that everyone eagerly anticipates.”

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