At 7:30 tonight, the focus match of the second round of the Premier League, Manchester City played against Tottenham at home. Before the game, Sutton, Redknapp and Merson respectively gave their respective predictions.
Chris Sutton
Former Blackburn and Celtic forward Sutton said in an interview with BBC Sport: "Mar City really impressed me last week, and everyone was talking about Reindez. He performed very well against Wolves."
"I do think that under Frank's leadership, Tottenham will go to the next level. It will be interesting to see how they will arrange their troops. They played three central defenders in the Super Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain. Romero renewed his contract with Tottenham, which is a big deal. But how could they not sign Eze? After negotiations for several weeks, they were intercepted by Arsenal. It's really embarrassing! Tottenham is still a few players away from truly challenging the top teams. In this game, I think Manchester City will be stronger at home."
Sutton predicts: Manchester City 2-1 Tottenham
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Harry Redknapp
The former Tottenham coach said in an interview: "It will be a great game, and both teams performed well last week. I think Manchester City was simply impeccable when playing Wolves away, and the performance impressed me. They were full of energy, played very smoothly, and the scores might even be bigger. I think Reindes' performance is simply amazing. If he can keep this form, he will be the best signing for the season. I look forward to seeing him in this game."
"Frank started well as the Tottenham head coach and played well last week against Burnley. They are indeed very organized, but I am worried that they will look thin on the offensive end. I think there will be goals in this game, but I support Manchester City."
Redknapp prediction: Manchester City 3-1 Tottenham
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Paul Merson
The Sky Sports commentator said in an interview: "This is the first real test for Manchester City and Tottenham in the new season. I remember Tottenham went to Etihad last season and defeated Manchester City. Both clubs have changed a lot since then, and this game will be very good."
"I still feel that Tottenham is still under construction. You can't be overly optimistic just because you win Burnley. I don't think they will be beaten by Manchester City, and Frank's teams will not be like that. Tottenham will be disappointed by missing Eze, Now they have to look for new goals. "
" Haaland looks in good form in the game against Wolves. As long as he is healthy, Manchester City will always be the favorite to win the championship. But I don't have much confidence in the winger in Guardiola. I don't look very optimistic about Couture, and his threat is not big enough. When Foden is ready to make a comeback, I expect him to return to the starting lineup and Manchester City's forward line will be more powerful. I'm not as confident in the prediction of this game as before. Frank will take plans to stop Manchester City. I still support Manchester City in winning, but Tottenham will have a chance. "
Merson predicts: Manchester City 2-0 Tottenham