A heavyweight Premier League clash awaits this Sunday as fourth-placed Liverpool welcome title-chasing Arsenal, who sit second in the standings, to Anfield for a pivotal Matchday 9 fixture. The high-stakes showdown also highlights a tactical battle between two rising Spanish tacticians making significant waves in English and European football.
The Reds enter the weekend riding high on a four-match winning streak across all competitions, including their UEFA Champions League duties. However, Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola will have to navigate this blockbuster encounter without key midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai, who is sidelined through injury.
Meanwhile, Mikel Arteta’s Gunners could seize the top spot in the Premier League table should Manchester City stumble. Arsenal will also be eager to provide an immediate response after suffering a stunning penalty shootout elimination against fourth-tier Fleetwood Town in the EFL Cup.
Liverpool vs. Arsenal: Key Head-to-Head Statistics
All-time record: Across 247 historic meetings between the two sides, Liverpool hold the edge with 95 victories compared to Arsenal's 82 wins, alongside 70 draws.
Recent Form
The Gunners are winless in their last four encounters against Liverpool. Liverpool boast an impressive 16-game unbeaten home run against Arsenal.
Predicted Lineups - Liverpool vs. Arsenal
Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Ronald Araújo, Jacquet, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Barcola, Wirtz, Gakpo; Isak.
Manager: Andoni Iraola
Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Raya; White, Konsa, Gabriel Magalhães, Calafiori; Rice, Bruno Guimarães; Madueke, Ødegaard, Eze; Gyökeres.
Manager: Mikel Arteta
Team News: Injuries and Suspensions
Liverpool: Bradley, Szoboszlai, Leoni, Ekitiké, Frimpong, and Muñoz are all unavailable due to injury.
Arsenal: Saka, Tzolis, and Saliba remain on the treatment table, while Dowman serves a suspension.
Recent Head-to-Head Record
August 31, 2025: Liverpool 1-0 Arsenal
May 11, 2025: Liverpool 2-2 Arsenal
December 23, 2023: Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal
April 9, 2023: Liverpool 2-2 Arsenal
January 13, 2022: Liverpool 0-0 Arsenal
Date, Kick-Off Time, and Broadcast Details
This Premier League encounter is scheduled for Sunday, November 1, with kick-off set for 11:30 AM ET from Anfield.
Live coverage will be broadcast on Peacock and NBCSN.
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