Football NewsDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 22 Aug 2026
Owen: Liverpool can challenge Arsenal for Premier League title
Michael Owen backs Liverpool to surprise in the title race despite a summer of upheaval at Anfield.
Liverpool
team
Manager
Andoni Iraola
Key departure
Mohamed Salah
Opening match
at Newcastle, Sunday
What happened. Michael Owen said Liverpool could win the Premier League, though Arsenal have better credentials, while praising Alexander Isak ahead of his return to Newcastle.
- Arne Slot was sacked in May after winning the title in 2024/25.
- Salah left for Turkey, leaving questions over goals.
- City lost Guardiola and Rodri; United lost Casemiro.
“It wouldn't be the biggest surprise if Liverpool won the league.”
— Michael Owen
Liverpool face Newcastle on Sunday as Iraola's reign begins.
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