WHO: Liverpool vs Arsenal
Contents: English Premier League
Location: Anfield, Liverpool, UK
When: Sunday 4:30pm local time (15:30 GMT)
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Liverpool were named Premier League champions in front of fans two weeks ago when Arne Slot’s side pushed Tottenham Hotspur 5-1.
Now they face the Arsenal side, injured by the elimination from the Champions League on Tuesday, as well as third consecutive second-place finishes on the English top flight.
Manager Mikel Arteta has begun a fight over what gunners need to do to take the next step in the silverware hunt.
What did Arteta say before the game?
Arteta urged Arsenal to use his frustration of having to give champion Liverpool a fuel security guard on Sunday and honorary security guards as fuel to win the Premier League title next season.
“Something has to drive you and get motivated. And this is a good thing to use when you really want to do something. It’s usually the right motivation for next season,” Arteta said of the Champions’ honorary guard.
“They are the best teams, they are the most consistent and what the slots and coaching staff did was appealing and it was really good.
“They deserve it, and that’s the sport. If someone is better, you need to embrace it and try to reach that level.”
What happened to Arsenal’s Champions League hopes?
The gunners were beaten 2-1 by Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday, finishing their bid to win the tournament for the first time.
It was a painful loss for Arsenal. Arsenal created many opportunities early in the second game, but they couldn’t find a way to inspire PSG Keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
When did Arsenal win the Premier League?
After finishing runner-up to Manchester City over the past two seasons, the North Londoners remain untitled since 2004.
What is Liverpool’s view on the game?
Liverpool has earned cruise control in the Premier League, with a 15-point gap with Arsenal in second place.
Gunner himself is only six points from breaking out of Champions League qualifying position.
Mathematically, the gunner can do the same low as the seventh. This also means that they will finish outside of the Europa League qualification spot.
“Both teams look forward to playing this game, and it’s hard to predict,” the Reds boss slot said when asked what game they expect.
“Arsenal is a bit at risk. I think they’ll rather finish second than third or fourth. It’s hard to predict whether that’s edgy or not, but it’s a game I’m looking forward to.”
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What was the result of the reverse fixture?
The side shared a 2-2 draw at Emirates Stadium in October.
Bukayo Saka and Mikel Merino featured equalizers with Virgil van Dick and Mohamed Sarah giving Gunners a lead twice.
How can Arsenal fill the gap?
Arsenal’s failure to sign a striker in the January transfer window was a major blow in a season that was eroding long injuries from Kaihabaatz, Gabriel Jesus and Bukayosaka at various stages.
“Was it obvious in January? I made a very clear statement. The statement continues with the same thing. I want the best team, the best players. If you have three goal scorers over the age of 25, bring them in and you’ll be a much better team.
“We’re there. We’re offering numbers to win your title. We need to be a little lucky, but it’s better to make sure there are people who have a better season than you.”
Head-on
Arsenal has not won at Anfield since 2012. This is the match that Arteta played for the gunner.
However, the North Londoners have won two of them in their five unbeaten run against the Reds.
Liverpool Team News
Right-back Connor Bradley begins the match as revealed by slots at a pre-match press conference. Trent Alexander Arnold, who announced he would leave the club this summer, will be named among the submarines as a result.
Joe Gomez is the only other major absentee for the Reds.
Arsenal team news
Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Magalges, Tumeiro Tomiyas and Kai Hubbard all remain on the sidelines for the gunners.
However, midfielder Gorguinho was injured and returned to the Match Day team.
