Fans get thrilled to a mouthwatering encounter after the international break as Liverpool welcome home in-form Arsenal. The match schedules for Saturday at Anfield with kickoff at 8:30 pm.
The Gunners have the chance to close the gap at the top of the table as they travel to Anfield on Saturday night, but Jurgen Klopp’s side will be looking to claim a first home win after the international break.
After a mediocre start to the Premier League season, which included Arsenal’s fourth-place position in game week 12, the North London side has turned it on.
Liverpool’s frailties were there for all to see during their 3-2 loss to the Hammers at London Stadium, particularly in the first half when they conceded both goals. West Ham then inflicted Liverpool’s first defeat of the season with a 3-2 away win.
The Gunners have won six Premier League games in a row and sit seven points clear at the top of the table, although that streak could be under threat when they visit Anfield on Saturday.
Liverpool’s defeat at West Ham meant that Arsenal can now boast the longest current unbeaten run in the Premier League. Since those three defeats to start the season, the Gunners have taken 20 points from the 24 on offer.
An unbeaten run that stretches back to December 2018. While the Gunners have drawn twice in all competitions over that period, Arsenal has collected eight wins since their last defeat.
Liverpool vs. Anfield Head to Head
Both sides have 41 games against each other, with hosts taking 12 wins while Arsenal with 13 wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- West Ham 3-2 Liverpool
- Liverpool 2-0 Atletico Madrid
- Liverpool 2-2 Brighton
- Preston North End 0-2 Liverpool
- Man United 0-5 Liverpool
Away
- Arsenal 1-0 Watford
- Leicester City 0-2 Arsenal
- Arsenal 2-0 Leeds United
- Arsenal 3-1 Aston Villa
- Crystal Palace 2-2 Arsenal
Liverpool Team News
Liverpool’s injury problems deepened on Tuesday night after they were forced to withdraw midfielder Jordan Henderson for an undetermined period. Henderson requires further assessment on the hamstring problem he picked up during England’s win.
Arsenal Team News
This weekend, Thomas Partey passed a late fitness test to feature in midfield alongside either Ainsley Maitland Niles or Sambi Lokonga. In addition, Granit Xhaka remains injured till January.
Prediction and Odds
Given the recent track record, we expect Liverpool to end Arsenal’s unbeaten run.
- Liverpool Win
- Goals Over 2.5
- Both Teams to Score
