Jamie Carragher has issued a stark warning to Arsenal and Liverpool about what could derail their Premier League title ambitions. The pundit believes that while both teams have strong squads, the pressure of a tight race in the final months could prove decisive.
Arsenal currently sit top of the table after a run of four consecutive wins, having conceded just once in that period. Despite injuries to key players like Martin Odegaard, new signings have bolstered the squad's depth. Carragher praised Odegaard's impact as a substitute in the comeback win over Newcastle United.
Liverpool, meanwhile, have struggled with inconsistency after a promising start. Arne Slot's side suffered three straight defeats following a seven-match winning streak, leaving them trailing Arsenal. Carragher noted that Liverpool could find themselves five or six points behind by February.
Speaking on The Overlap, Carragher said: 'The only thing that can stop you is that thing that's probably stopped other teams in the past, where you get to March, April, and there's so much hanging over your shoulder.' He added that Arsenal's squad is currently better than Liverpool's, but cautioned that the title race is far from over.
Carragher's comments come as both clubs prepare for the second half of the season, with Arsenal aiming to maintain their lead and Liverpool seeking to close the gap. The pundit's verdict underscores the fine margins that could decide the Premier League champion.
