Charlie Nicholas makes prediction for Manchester City vs Liverpool clash

Manchester City are preparing to host newly-crowned Liverpool in the Premier League on Thursday, July 2. Ahead of the game, Sky Sports' Charlie Nicholas has made his prediction for the clash. "Liverpool are Premier League champions and congratulations to them. They have been outstanding in every area," said Nicholas. "What we will see in this game is an open game of football. It should suit Liverpool to go head-to-head with Manchester City. Kevin De Bruyne has been the star - he played an hour against Arsenal after tearing them apart and then the same with Newcastle, so he could be rested. His form has just continued. "City will not try to beat Liverpool to prove a point. They will build for the semi-final of the FA Cup and the Champions League when it comes around. Raheem Sterling has been scoring and playing better, which is the same as Riyad Mahrez. David Silva has been playing well as always. It will be one of these enjoyable matches. "The goals have been few and far between since the break, but the two sides respect each other, the way they want the ball and use the ball, and that is why they will be happy to go head-to-head. The champions will not be embarrassed by having a low percentage of the ball, but they will use the ball superbly when they get it. There will be some magical players on show and I think we will get just that sort of game." Charlie Nicholas' score prediction: 3-2 source - Sky Sports Join us on Telegram

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