Richard Keys' ballsy Tweet about Everton at the start of the season could come back to bite him in the ass, and Liverpool fans have made sure he's aware of what he posted.
Ronald Koeman remains under intense scrutiny following yet another defeat. This time around in Europe. Lyon beat Everton 2-1 in the Europa League as they continue their faltering start to the new season.
Everton have recorded just one point from their opening three European ties. Not to mention occupying 16th in the Premier League table.
Koeman berates the match officials after the full-time whistle. Image: PA
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The Toffees were tipped for a bright campaign following their business in the summer transfer window. The club shelled out millions on new talent. From budding English players like Jordan Pickford and Michael Keane to Gylfi Sigurdsson and Davy Klaasen, among others.
And former Sky Sports host Richard Keys was such a fan of their transfer activity he predicted that they would finish above their Merseyside rivals.
On July 9th, he posted the following Tweet: "Loving Everton's business this summer. Here's an early call - they finish above Liverpool this season."
Bold statement.
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Needless to say, Liverpool fans poked fun of Keys' prediction after last nights result:
Everton will be holding onto the fact that they are only five points behind Liverpool.
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Which Merseyside club will finish higher?
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