Pundits back Liverpool to defeat struggling Chelsea at Anfield
Four leading pundits have unanimously backed Liverpool to defeat a struggling Chelsea side at Anfield as Arne Slot’s men close in on Champions League qualification.
Despite a recent setback against Manchester United, the hosts remain strong favourites to secure a top-four finish.
They currently hold a six-point cushion over sixth-placed Bournemouth with just three Premier League fixtures remaining.
The Merseyside outfit now prepare to welcome a beleaguered west London side enduring a dismal run of form.
Chelsea struggles continue under McFarlane
Blues interim manager Calum McFarlane is attempting to navigate the remainder of a highly turbulent campaign.
While the inexperienced boss guided his squad to an FA Cup semi-final victory over Leeds United, league success has proved elusive.
The visitors arrive at Anfield having failed to register a victory in their previous six top-flight outings.
A recent home defeat to Nottingham Forest has left the capital club languishing in ninth place in the table.
Shearer criticises ‘abysmal’ visitors
Former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer has strongly criticised the current state of affairs at Stamford Bridge.
It’s a big opportunity for Liverpool here.
Chelsea look a mess, don’t they? I don’t know how many times I’ve said it, but whatever happens at the top of the club always filters down onto the pitch.
The pundit suggested the opposition players appear entirely focused on their upcoming FA Cup Final appearance.
Having watched Chelsea v Forest the other night, Chelsea were shocking, they were abysmal and there has to be a massive improvement from that.
Sutton predicts routine home victory
Fellow analyst Chris Sutton echoed these sentiments regarding the likely outcome of the Anfield encounter.
Liverpool still look like they will finish in the Champions League places even after their defeat by Manchester United last time out.
The former Blackburn Rovers forward concluded that the travelling side will not pose a significant threat to their high-flying hosts.