The roar at Anfield was deafening, yet Manchester City silenced it. Trailing late in the match against Liverpool, a stunning turnaround fueled by goals from Bernardo Silva and Erling Haaland snatched victory from the jaws of defeat.
The result sent shockwaves through the Premier League title race, but Jamie Carragher, despite remaining a staunch supporter of Arsenal’s charge, believes City now possess a critical weapon: Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Carragher initially doubted City’s title credentials, citing concerns over their goalkeeping situation. He openly stated he didn’t believe they could contend without a truly world-class presence between the posts.
His perspective dramatically shifted with Donnarumma’s arrival. A Champions League winner and European Champion with Italy, Donnarumma, according to Carragher, provides the stability and brilliance necessary to secure a Premier League trophy.
“No one wins a Premier League without an absolutely great goalkeeper,” Carragher emphasized, highlighting Donnarumma’s proven pedigree and undeniable talent. “There’s no doubt about Donnarumma.”
The praise didn’t stop there. Erling Haaland, the matchwinner himself, unequivocally declared Donnarumma “the best goalkeeper in the world,” pointing to a crucial save during the second half against Liverpool as evidence.
Haaland described the Anfield atmosphere as “tough,” acknowledging the challenge of playing away against a formidable opponent. He stressed the importance of resilience and a refusal to surrender, qualities City displayed in abundance.
“You saw it in the second half, Liverpool managed to play good football,” Haaland admitted. “Look at Gigi [Donnarumma] the save he makes, it is incredible.”
Meanwhile, Arsenal continues to build momentum. A dominant 3-0 victory over Sunderland, spearheaded by a brace from summer signing Viktor Gyokeres, extended their lead at the summit.
Mikel Arteta’s team, chasing their first league title in 22 years, now face a crucial London derby against Brentford. The pressure is mounting as Manchester City loom close behind.
City’s upcoming match against Fulham presents an opportunity to close the gap to just three points, setting the stage for a tense and captivating battle for the Premier League crown.
