Arsenal – Liverpool: leaders face the final line of defence
Arsenal go into this clash like they own the place. Riding an impressive run and with the Emirates back to being a fortress, the Gunners host a Liverpool side sliding out of form but still capable of a heavy blow. A win would let Mikel Arteta’s men pull clear and push the title holders further back.
Arsenal: an irresistible momentum
The Londoners have kicked off the year perfectly. Trailing early to Bournemouth, they turned it around thanks to Gabriel and then a brace from Declan Rice, who scored his first two Premier League goals after nearly 300 appearances.
That win, combined with Manchester City’s repeated slip-ups, has strengthened Arsenal’s hold on top spot, now on a run of seven wins in all competitions.
Above all, the Emirates is a fortress again: 14 wins in 15 home matches this season, including the last twelve in a row.
Arteta will have to cope without Max Dowman and Cristhian Mosquera, both sidelined with ankle injuries, while Riccardo Calafiori remains doubtful. Kai Havertz could be rested again, but Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard should return to the starting XI.
Liverpool: a worrying stumble
After four straight wins, Liverpool have slowed. The dull goalless draw against Leeds and the late equaliser conceded to Fulham (2-2) have cooled the Reds’ momentum.
The finish at Craven Cottage left a mark: Gakpo thought he’d won it before Harrison Reed nicked a point with a long-range strike.
Arne Slot is also juggling a pile of attacking absences: Mohamed Salah is at the AFCON, Alexander Isak is injured, and Hugo Ekitike is doubtful after a muscle problem. Florian Wirtz, hampered by a hamstring issue, is expected to play.
Giovanni Leoni and Wataru Endo are out, but the Dutch boss could stick with the same XI as against Fulham, with Jeremie Frimpong as an extra option on the right.
Probable line-ups
Arsenal:
Raya ; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapié ; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice ; Saka, Gyokeres, Trossard
Liverpool:
Alisson ; Bradley, Konaté, Van Dijk, Kerkez ; Mac Allister, Gravenberch ; Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Jones ; Gakpo
What to remember
- Arsenal are on seven wins in a row in all competitions.
- Liverpool haven’t won in their last three trips to the Emirates.
- The Reds are missing several key attackers, including Salah and Isak.
- Arsenal have won 14 of their 15 home matches this season.
Football Prediction Arsenal vs Liverpool
Arsenal to win
The Gunners go in full of confidence, with a squad that knows how to grind out results. Liverpool, weakened and blunt in recent weeks, could struggle against the London intensity. The Emirates matters. Arsenal look armed to stretch their lead at the top.
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