Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has shared his thoughts on the battle to qualify for the Champions League next season, with some mixed news for his former club before the season ends
Despite their dismal start to the season, Manchester United hero Wayne Rooney believes Liverpool can still finish in the top four.
This season has been a disaster for Jurgen Klopp’s Reds. Saturday’s 4-1 loss to former title rivals Manchester City dropped them to eighth place in the table, seven points behind Tottenham in the race for a place in the Champions League.
With only 11 games left in the season, it now appears that the Merseysiders will finish outside the top four for the first time since the 2015/16 season. Despite this, Rooney believes Liverpool can claw their way back into contention and beat Spurs and Newcastle.
“The top four?” he said ahead of his former club’s match at St James’ Park. Manchester United looked like they might challenge for the Premier League title a few weeks ago.
“Erik ten Hag’s team fell short, but they still have a chance to win three trophies, and I’m sure they’ll finish in the top four, then kick on after he buys a few players to strengthen in the summer.”
“So Manchester United will be there, but I have a feeling Liverpool will sneak in because of the quality of their squad and their experience.” They have the ability to flee.
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“I see Newcastle falling just a little short, despite Eddie’s excellent work.”
If Liverpool are to live up to Rooney’s prediction, they will need a massive turnaround in fortunes. The Reds have now lost three consecutive games in all competitions.
“We scored a wonderful goal, had another big moment but conceded,” he said after the game. It was unfortunate that the ball went through [Andy] Robertson’s legs and they were able to finish it, but coming out after halftime and conceding two quick goals shattered everything.
“It’s difficult to accept the goals and how we conceded – we didn’t put in a challenge for either.” To be honest, that is completely unacceptable. After that, the city was completely in control, and we were open to whatever they wanted; we were fortunate that they were not greedy.
“The fact that they only scored one more goal, well, thank you.” It could have been different, which is terrible news for us. At the end of the day,
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