Jermain Defoe has backed Manchester City as the team to beat in the Premier League title race this season. City lead the way heading into their final game before Christmas against Newcastle, but hold just a slender advantage with Liverpool and Chelsea close behind.
The Reds sit just a point behind Pep Guardiola’s side, while Chelsea sit four points off them after dropping five points in their last three games.
The title race is expected to be fought between those three sides though, and despite the tight nature, City remain the favourites to retain their crown, with Defoe among those backing them. “It’s really interesting this year (the title race), it’s been great watching,” Defoe told Sky Sports. “For me, City are still the team to
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