Will Merson’s Reds or Shearer’s Magpies Soar?…
Football soothsayers Paul Merson and Alan Shearer have rolled out their crystal balls ahead of the Carabao Cup final and, surprise, surprise, they don’t see eye to eye. Merson, the eternal optimist (except for Newcastle), is betting on Liverpool to snatch victory over the Magpies – but not without a nail-biting penalty shootout after a 1-1 deadlock at Wembley. He reckons the Reds will bring their ‘A-game’ and their seasoned nerves to edge out Newcastle, who might just be shaking like a leaf on a blustery day.
While Merson is all about the Reds singing “You’ll Never Walk Alone” to a shiny trophy, Alan Shearer’s heart is pounding in Geordie rhythm. The Magpies’ ex-legendary striker dares to dream that Newcastle will fly off with a 2-1 victory in regular time, potentially turning Wembley into a stage for Shearer’s dance of joy. He’s even considering a delay on his Monday flight to savor the sweet taste of long-awaited victory, or else, it’s off to his couch with plans of ice cream therapy if things go south.
With Merson banking on the Reds’ trophy-laden past and Shearer backing the Magpies’ hopeful present, one thing is certain: Either way, come Monday, shops will need extra supplies of confetti or Kleenex in abundance!
