Liverpool vs. Arsenal Preview – Prediction, Team news, Lineups – Football News, Previews, Predictions, Transfers

The festive Premier League menu serves up a mouthwatering treat as Liverpool and Arsenal face off in a top-of-the-table showdown at Anfield on Saturday evening.

Match Preview:

In a season filled with surprises, Arsenal holds a one-point advantage over Liverpool, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter. Aston Villa lurks close behind, ready to capitalize on any missteps from the leading duo.

Liverpool’s relentless attacking display against Manchester United yielded no goals, despite an impressive 34 shots.

Klopp’s team seeks redemption after a perceived lack of Anfield atmosphere in the midweek EFL Cup clash.

However, their overall unbeaten run in the Premier League extends to 10 games, and Anfield has been a fortress with no top-flight home defeat in almost 14 months.

Arsenal, on the other hand, reclaimed the top spot with a victory over Roberto De Zerbi’s Brighton. Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz secured the win, putting Arsenal in a position to top the rankings on Christmas Day for the second consecutive year.

Mikel Arteta’s side aims to lay down another title marker as they look to capitalize on Manchester City’s December struggles.

Last season’s encounters between Liverpool and Arsenal produced high-scoring spectacles, with Arsenal winning 3-2 and securing a 2-2 draw.

However, not since 2012 have the Gunners emerged triumphant from a top-flight Anfield encounter.

Team News:

Liverpool faces several long-term absences, including Bajcetic, Alcantara, Matip, Robertson, Mac Allister, Jota, and the newly injured Ben Doak.

Gravenberch is expected to return after a midweek rest, while Curtis Jones’ impressive performance against West Ham could earn him a spot in the squad.

Arsenal’s injury list includes Timber, Vieira, Tomiyasu, and Partey, with Elneny and Jorginho facing fresh problems.

Havertz, the Gunners’ Player of the Month for November, will aim to continue his impressive form.

Possible Starting Lineups:

Liverpool: (4-3-3)

Alisson;

Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas;

Szoboszlai, Endo, Jones;

Salah, Nunez, Diaz

Arsenal: (4-3-3)

Raya;

White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko;

Odegaard, Rice, Havertz;

Saka, Jesus, Martinelli

Prediction: Liverpool 2-2 Arsenal

Expect an exhilarating match between these top-tier sides. Liverpool seeks to regain their home scoring form, while Arsenal aims to maintain their impressive run.

Both teams have shown resilience, making it challenging to predict a winner. A draw seems a likely outcome in what promises to be an enthralling encounter.