In an unexpected twist in the Premier League title race, Liverpool has emerged as the favorite to win, according to Opta’s supercomputer, following Manchester City’s slip against Brighton.
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Managed by Arne Slot, Liverpool has maintained an impressive pace, amassing 28 points from 33 possible, and leads the table by five points after a comfortable 2-0 victory over Aston Villa.
City, meanwhile, stumbled at the weekend with a 2-1 loss to Brighton despite an early goal from Erling Haaland, marking their fourth consecutive defeat across competitions.
The current standings are shifting expectations dramatically. Opta’s supercomputer, which simulates the remaining season thousands of times, now gives Liverpool a 60.3% chance to secure the title.
This is a remarkable increase from the 5.1% odds set pre-season, a testament to the Reds’ early dominance under new leadership. In contrast, City’s chances have plummeted to 34.3% from an initial 82.2%, reflecting their recent struggles.
Arsenal, positioned below Chelsea and nine points adrift of Liverpool, now holds only a 5% likelihood of winning their first title since 2004, further highlighting the intense competition.
Liverpool’s title campaign faces a crucial test upon return from the international break as they visit Southampton before hosting City at Anfield, a match that could greatly impact the title race.
Slot remains focused on the challenges ahead, stressing that with competitive sides like Arsenal, City, and Chelsea in the hunt, Liverpool’s approach must be cautious.
His team’s win over Villa, a club that has excelled in recent seasons, was a strong indicator of their form, but Slot is quick to acknowledge the resilience of their Premier League rivals.
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