Roy Keane drew a comparison between Liverpool’s defensive performance in their 3-1 loss to Arsenal and that of a ‘pub team.’ He expressed doubt that either team would surpass Manchester City for the Premier League title. Despite Bukayo Saka’s opener being equalized by Gabriel’s own goal, a mix-up between Alisson Becker and Virgil van Dijk allowed Gabriel Martinelli to score the second goal, and Leandro Trossard added a late third for Arsenal.

The defeat narrowed the gap between leaders Liverpool and Arsenal to just two points, while Manchester City, with two games in hand, trails by five points. Keane, a former Manchester United captain and current Sky Sports analyst, criticized Liverpool’s intensity throughout the game, both in possession and without.

Keane acknowledged Arsenal’s commendable performance but sharply criticized Liverpool’s defensive lapses, likening them to the defending of a pub team.

 While acknowledging Liverpool’s off day and Arsenal’s attractive style, Keane expressed skepticism about both teams finishing ahead of Manchester City. 

He cited City’s strong position, the return of players like Kevin De Bruyne, and the availability of Erling Haaland, stating that he couldn’t envision these two teams competing with City until the end of the season.