The Gary Neville Podcast Manchester City keep poking away at Arsenal in title race with vital win at Liverpool | Is Carrick now a contender for permanent manager role at Manchester Utd in summer?
Feb 8, 2026
Reaction to Manchester City's dramatic comeback at Anfield and how it keeps the pressure on Arsenal in the title race. A look at VAR controversy and the chaotic final moments. Analysis of individual performances including Donnarumma and Salah. Manchester United's improved form under Michael Carrick and whether he could be a summer contender. Updates on the race for Champions League places and relegation battles.
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City Can Reignite Title Race
- Manchester City closing the points gap pressures Arsenal and can change the title dynamic despite Arsenal being better this season.
- Gary Neville says City must keep 'poking' Arsenal and win key midweek games to stay within reach.
VAR's Correctness Versus Theatre
- The late Anfield drama highlighted how VAR can both correct decisions and remove raw emotional moments from games.
- Neville argues the officials reached the right call even if it felt like it took something away.
Three Big Characters Decide Fate
- Donnarumma, Haaland and Guardiola form the trio Neville believes can still win the league for City.
- He concedes Arsenal are the best team but warns those three can change outcomes in the run-in.