Gary Lineker Reveals Alan Shearer’s Spot-On Prediction as Gunners Eye Premier League Title
Arsenal continued their unbeaten run in the Premier League with a 3-1 victory over Southampton at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.
The first half ended goalless, but Cameron Archer put Southampton in front shortly after the break.
Arsenal responded strongly, scoring three goals to turn the game around and secure the win. Just as they did against Leicester City, the Gunners applied relentless pressure and eventually achieved their desired result.
Gary Lineker Shares Shearer’s Prediction
Gary Lineker recounted a moment when Alan Shearer predicted the 3-1 scoreline after Southampton’s goal. Shearer and Micah Richards were analyzing the match for BBC’s Match of the Day, and Lineker shared the story during “The Rest Is Football” podcast.
Shearer confidently predicted that Arsenal would win 3-1 immediately after Southampton scored, and his prediction turned out to be accurate.
Lineker said, “I remember soon after Southampton scored, Al (Shearer) goes 3-1. It will be 3-1. I’ve to give you credit. You were right. It was true.”
Arsenal’s Title Contender Status
Arsenal has shown that they are serious contenders for the Premier League title this season after coming close in the previous two campaigns.
While Liverpool currently leads the table after seven matches, they have yet to face a significant challenge. The outcomes of their games after the international break will reveal more about their title credentials.
Arsenal also has a tough run of fixtures coming up. They play AFC Bournemouth away, which they are expected to win, but then face a challenging stretch with matches against Liverpool, Newcastle, and Chelsea, as well as two Champions League games in between.
Despite the tough schedule, Arsenal’s squad depth and quality should help them manage the challenges ahead.
Gary Lineker Reveals Alan Shearer’s Spot-On Prediction as Gunners Eye Premier League Title
