This promises to be another Premier League classic between these two giants! Liverpool and Arsenal are two of the most successful teams in English football and they have conjured up some memorable games over the years.
Liverpool are the reigning Premier League champions. Winning that first title for 30 years was an incredible achievement, although the manner of their success was mindblowing.
What will be harder is following it up again and Arsenal are in their way this weekend. Both sides have had immaculate starts to the season with two wins out of two games so unbeaten records and winning runs are on the line.
Jurgen Klopp’s side scraped past Leeds in a 4-3 thriller on the opening day before making a real statement with a very easy 2-0 win over Chelsea.
Arsenal walloped Fulham 3-0 in their first game before struggling past West Ham 2-1 at the Emirates in their last game.
However, both teams are in a rich vein of form carrying on from last season so there should be some quality football on show on Monday evening (kick off 8.15pm).
Liverpool vs Arsenal Predictions
These two teams have put on a real show in their last few meetings. Arsenal won the traditional curtain-raiser, the Community Shield, ahead of this new season when they beat the Reds on penalties.
This is a different Arsenal to seasons gone by. Mikel Arteta has given them a steely edge to add to their flair. They also have a world-class striker in Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who has recently signed a new deal at Arsenal.
Liverpool weren’t at their best against Leeds but thanks to Mo Salah’s hat-trick, they did the business. Their display against Chelsea was utterly commanding and sent out a warning to the rest of the league that they won’t relinquish the title without a fight.
That said, this game presents a real threat to Klopp’s side. Any slips ups and they could lose a first league game at Anfield for three years.
However, we think they will just hold on to beat the Gunners and 2-1 looks a safe option.
Liverpool vs Arsenal Betting Tips
- Correct score -2:1 – 15/2
- Last goalscorer – Diogo Jota – 4/1
- Liverpool win and under 3.5 goals – 6/4
Liverpool vs Arsenal Head to Head
- Arsenal have won 20 of the 62 games since 1993, with Liverpool winning 22.
- Liverpool have lost their last two games to Arsenal.
- Arsenal last won at Anfield in 2012.
Liverpool Team News
Jordan Henderson and Joe Gomez face a race against time to be fit for this clash against the Gunners. However, Klopp is hopeful at least one of those guys could be fit. Thiago Alcantara is line to make his home debut and Diogo Jota could be on the bench.
Possible team: Allison Becker, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Joe Gomez, Virgil van Dijk, Andy Robertson, Fabinho, Thiago Alcantara, Georginho Wijnaldum, Mo Salah, Sadio Mane, Roberto Firmino.
Arsenal Team News
Kieran Tierney should be fit to play, despite picking up a minor groin injury in the week. Cedric Soares should also be available after missing the midweek game with Leicester with a knock. Gabriel Martinelli and Shkodran Mustafi are long-term absentees.
Possible team: Bernd Leno, Rob Holding, Gabriel, Sead Kolasinac, Hector Bellerin, Dani Ceballos, Granit Xhaka, Bukayo Saka, Willian, Alex Lacazette, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
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