Sport television commentator and pundit, Paul Merson, has shared his score predictions for the coming Arsenal vs Leicester City fixture. He claims that Leicester City could be in for a real test against Arsenal. The Gunners are currently placed much higher on the points tables than the Foxes.
Current Standings
Arsenal and Leicester City are set to clash on Saturday afternoon at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners are currently placed 4th on the points table with 11 points. Leicester City, on the other hand, have much to catch up on as they have managed to only score 3 points so far and are placed 15th. They are only 2 points away from a relegation spot.
Leicester are hoping for their first victory of the season, which Merson thinks will be tricky. The Foxes manager, Steve Cooper, is currently under a lot of pressure from the management and fans due to the team’s poor performance.
Moreover, all is not well within the team either. Not very long ago, Leicester City full-back, Ricardo Pereira, was in the spotlight for his cryptic messages on social media. He took to Instagram to express his apparent disappointment over not getting as much game time as he thinks he deserves. This has also added to the pressure on the skipper who seems to be in ‘big trouble’ according to Paul Merson.
Steve Cooper’s Fate
Leicester City boss Steve Cooper will have to really pull out a miracle if the club is hoping to come away with even a single point this weekend. After their incredible performance against Manchester City in the last fixture, Arsenal will be eyeing all three points and possible a clean sheet as well this weekend.
According to Leicester City News, former Arsenal player, Merson, has predicted a comfortable 3-0 win for the Gunners this weekend. Moreover, he claims that Leicester City could be in big trouble and so could Steve Cooper. Considering how wins from any of the bottom three teams could land the Foxes in the relegation zone, he is not wrong at all. Leicester definitely have a lot to lose and gain from this game.
A Lot Riding on This Match for Cooper
With the contrasting quality of players in both squads, Arsenal definitely are most likely to come out with all 3 points. The Leicester City boss has a lot riding on this match. Certainly, this match could result in a real test for Cooper. We will soon find out how he fares.
The manager could also possibly use this game as a perfect opportunity to experiment with his squad. He could look to bring new players in the lineup for a fresh dynamic in the team. If luck is on his side, Leicester City may be able to come out with something positive from this match.
Overall, getting anything on the scorecard in this fixture would be incredible for Cooper. However, will a game like football, nothing is ever a write-off. With the right combination of tactics, skills and luck, Cooper may manage to get something to his advantage.
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