BBC pundit names the two ‘game changers’ who could fire Man City to the league title

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Published on 2024-02-13 14:30:00

BBC pundit Stephen Warnock has weighed in on the Premier League title race, expressing his belief that Manchester City is currently in pole position due to the influence of two key players. As the season unfolds, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Arsenal are closely contending for the top spot. Liverpool currently leads with 54 points, while both City and Arsenal are trailing closely behind with 52 points each. Notably, the margin between the top three teams at this stage of the campaign has not been this narrow since the 2013/14 season a decade ago.

Reflecting on the impending title race, Warnock highlighted the impact of Manchester City’s Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne, asserting that they give the team a significant edge. During a segment on BBC’s Match of the Day 2, Warnock expressed his thoughts, stating, “They still have the squad-depth. They also have Kevin De Bruyne and Haaland and I think they’re the game-changers. The differences in big games.”

This assertion underscores the pivotal influence of Haaland and De Bruyne in pivotal matches, which could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the season. Peering into the future, Liverpool and Arsenal are undoubtedly contenders in the race; however, the signs from the Etihad Stadium seem ominous for them. Manchester City, under the leadership of Pep Guardiola, is hitting top form at the right time. They have secured 10 consecutive wins in all competitions, with Haaland and De Bruyne hitting their peak performance levels following injury stints.

Even during mediocre performances, such as the recent match against Everton where they emerged victorious, Manchester City has displayed their ability to find breakthrough moments. This resilience and form, combined with the lethal partnership of Haaland and De Bruyne, positions City as a formidable force with the capacity to claim the title.

As the season reaches its climax, the presence of these two influential players could prove to be the defining factor in securing victory for Manchester City. With this in mind, the Premier League title race is set to unfold as a thrilling and closely contested spectacle, with the prowess of key individuals potentially shaping the outcome.

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