Arsenal vs Liverpool

Date: August 31 2025, 16:30 BST

Stadium: Anfield

Liverpool (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: Alisson Becker
• Defenders: D. Szoboszlai, I. Konaté, V. van Dijk, M. Kerkez
• Midfielders: R. Gravenberch, A. Mac Allister
• Forwards: Mohamed Salah, F. Wirtz, C. Gakpo, H. Ekitike

Arsenal (4-3-3)

• Goalkeeper: David Raya
• Defenders: J. Timber, W. Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, R. Calafiori
• Midfielders: Mikel Merino, Martín Zubimendi, D. Rice
• Forwards: N. Madueke, V. Gyökeres, Gabriel Martinelli

Both teams are displaying strong early-season form, making this matchup critical for their aspirations in the Premier League. Liverpool currently sits in fourth place, while Arsenal is just behind in second, each having secured six points from their opening two matches.

Liverpool: The Reds are riding high on consecutive victories, having scored seven goals while conceding four in their two matches so far. Their potent attack, averaging 3.5 goals per match, poses a significant threat to opponents.

Arsenal: Arsenal has matched Liverpool's perfect start, winning both their matches without conceding a goal. Their defensive solidity, coupled with a scoring average of three goals per game, sets the stage for a competitive clash at Anfield.

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• December 23 2023: Liverpool 1 - 1 Arsenal