Micah Richards has admitted it will be a tough week for his former club Manchester City after they dropped points to West Ham on Sunday, but he fully expects them to get the job done.
Pep Guardiola's side had the opportunity to put one hand on the Premier League trophy, but instead they've handed Liverpool a glimmer of hope ahead of their game against Southampton on Tuesday night.
City found themselves 2-0 down at half-time after a brace from Jarrod Bowen, but a second-half comeback ensured they took a point. Riyad Mahrez had the chance to win it for his side after they were awarded a penalty, but goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski was on hand to make the save.
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Richards, who made over 200 appearances for the Manchester club, expects them to get over the line next weekend but says it won't be easy.
He told Sky Sports: "Typical City. Next week’s going to be tough. Aston Villa are a tough team.
"For us, it’s great. We’re down to the last day but I fully expect them to win the Premier League."
Liverpool currently sit four points adrift of their title rivals, albeit with a game in hand. A victory over Southampton will ensure the pressure is kept on City heading into the final fixtures of the campaign.
The Citizens welcome Steven Gerrard's Aston Villa to the Etihad, while the Reds will host Wolves at Anfield. A week later, Liverpool could secure the biggest prize of all if they're to beat Real Madrid in the Champions League final in Paris.
