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Premier League 2025-2026 • Matchweek 21 8 Jan 2026 - 20:00
Finished
Arsenal
Arsenal
1st place
Form
0 : 0
0.45
xG
0.36
Full Time
Half Time: 0-0
Liverpool
Liverpool
4th place
Form
Overview
Lineup
H2H
Stats

Arsenal vs Liverpool Football Match Stats & Results Thursday, 8 January, 2026 14:00

1st Half
45' 15' 30'
2'
 
2nd Half
90' 60' 75'
8'
Winner (1x2)1.63
Arsenal to Win
Probability 75%
Total Goals1.81
Over 2.5
Probability 76%
Both Teams to Score1.85
Yes
Probability 64%
Arsenal Total1.36
Home Under 2.5
Probability 60%
Liverpool Total1.24
Away Under 1.5
Probability 75%
Double Chance1.18
Arsenal/Draw
Probability 90%
Asian Handicap1.23
Liverpool +2
Probability 66%

Arsenal vs Liverpool: Premier League Showdown

A Clash of Titans

This upcoming match between Arsenal and Liverpool is crucial for both teams as they navigate the competitive landscape of the Premier League. Arsenal currently sits at the top of the table with 48 points, while Liverpool is in fourth place with 34 points. A win for Arsenal could solidify their title aspirations, while Liverpool needs points to maintain their Champions League ambitions.

Current Form & Trends

Both teams have shown varying degrees of form recently, setting the stage for a captivating encounter.

  • Arsenal: The Gunners are in scintillating form, having won their last five matches in the league. They are particularly strong at home, averaging 2.8 goals scored and only 0.8 conceded per match in their last five home fixtures, showcasing their offensive prowess and solid defense.
  • Liverpool: The Reds have been more inconsistent, with three wins, two draws, and no losses in their last five matches. Their away form, however, has raised concerns, as they have struggled to find a consistent rhythm, conceding as many goals as they score in their recent travels.

Head-to-Head

The historical battles between these two giants reveal a competitive rivalry. In their last ten encounters, Arsenal has secured two wins, while Liverpool boasts four victories and four matches ended in draws. The last five results include a mix of close contests, with an average of 3.3 goals per game emphasizing the attacking nature of these matchups.

Tactical Analysis & Key Players

Arsenal will likely employ a high-pressing game, aiming to capitalize on errors in Liverpool's defense. Key players like Declan Rice will be instrumental in controlling the midfield and disrupting Liverpool's build-up play. Bukayo Saka's pace and creativity could exploit the spaces left by Liverpool's full-backs. On the other hand, Liverpool will need Virgil van Dijk to anchor their defense against Arsenal's attacking threats, while Ryan Gravenberch's contributions in midfield will be crucial for linking defense to attack.

AI Prediction

Winner Prediction: Home Win (Arsenal).
Predicted Score: 2:1.
Reasoning: Based on Arsenal's strong home form and superior recent performance, combined with statistical predictions favoring a home win, they are likely to edge this encounter despite Liverpool's competitive nature.

Betting Tips

Upon analyzing the statistical predictions, several value bets present themselves:

  • Safe Bet (High Confidence): Total - Home - Over 1.5 @ 1.69 (Probability: 80.1%).
  • Value Bet: Goals Over/Under - Over 2.5 @ 1.81 (Probability: 75.9%, +24.1% value vs. 55.3% implied).

Bet responsibly.

Arsenal
Liverpool
L. Trossard
Yellow Card 12'
L. Trossard
Holding
M. Lewis-Skelly
Substitute 57'
In:M. Lewis-Skelly
Out:P. Hincapié
Gabriel Martinelli
Substitute 64'
In:Gabriel Martinelli
Out:L. Trossard
G. de Jesus
Substitute 64'
In:G. de Jesus
Out:V. Gyökeres
C. Madueke
Substitute 78'
In:C. Madueke
Out:B. Saka
E. Eze
Substitute 78'
In:E. Eze
Out:M. Ødegaard
Yellow Card 83'
M. Arteta
90' Yellow Card
A. Mac Allister
Holding
A. Mac Allister
Gabriel Martinelli
Yellow Card 90' +3'
Gabriel Martinelli
Unsportsmanlike conduct
90' +3' Yellow Card
I. Konaté
Unsportsmanlike conduct
I. Konaté
90' +5' Substitute
In:J. Gomez
Out:C. Bradley
J. Gomez

Arsenal vs Liverpool: Premier League Showdown

A Clash of Titans

This upcoming match between Arsenal and Liverpool is crucial for both teams as they navigate the competitive landscape of the Premier League. Arsenal currently sits at the top of the table with 48 points, while Liverpool is in fourth place with 34 points. A win for Arsenal could solidify their title aspirations, while Liverpool needs points to maintain their Champions League ambitions.

Current Form & Trends

Both teams have shown varying degrees of form recently, setting the stage for a captivating encounter.

  • Arsenal: The Gunners are in scintillating form, having won their last five matches in the league. They are particularly strong at home, averaging 2.8 goals scored and only 0.8 conceded per match in their last five home fixtures, showcasing their offensive prowess and solid defense.
  • Liverpool: The Reds have been more inconsistent, with three wins, two draws, and no losses in their last five matches. Their away form, however, has raised concerns, as they have struggled to find a consistent rhythm, conceding as many goals as they score in their recent travels.

Head-to-Head

The historical battles between these two giants reveal a competitive rivalry. In their last ten encounters, Arsenal has secured two wins, while Liverpool boasts four victories and four matches ended in draws. The last five results include a mix of close contests, with an average of 3.3 goals per game emphasizing the attacking nature of these matchups.

Tactical Analysis & Key Players

Arsenal will likely employ a high-pressing game, aiming to capitalize on errors in Liverpool's defense. Key players like Declan Rice will be instrumental in controlling the midfield and disrupting Liverpool's build-up play. Bukayo Saka's pace and creativity could exploit the spaces left by Liverpool's full-backs. On the other hand, Liverpool will need Virgil van Dijk to anchor their defense against Arsenal's attacking threats, while Ryan Gravenberch's contributions in midfield will be crucial for linking defense to attack.

AI Prediction

Winner Prediction: Home Win (Arsenal).
Predicted Score: 2:1.
Reasoning: Based on Arsenal's strong home form and superior recent performance, combined with statistical predictions favoring a home win, they are likely to edge this encounter despite Liverpool's competitive nature.

Betting Tips

Upon analyzing the statistical predictions, several value bets present themselves:

  • Safe Bet (High Confidence): Total - Home - Over 1.5 @ 1.69 (Probability: 80.1%).
  • Value Bet: Goals Over/Under - Over 2.5 @ 1.81 (Probability: 75.9%, +24.1% value vs. 55.3% implied).

Bet responsibly.

Arsenal vs Liverpool Formation Lineups for Thu 8 Jan, 2026 @ 14:00 Premier League

Formation
6.8
Arsenal
4-3-3
6.9
Liverpool
4-2-3-1
David Raya
6.5
Raya 1
P. Hincapié
6.5
57'
Hincapié 5
Gabriel Magalhães
7.2
Magalhães 6
W. Saliba
7
Saliba 2
J. Timber
6.9
Timber 12
D. Rice
7.5
Rice 41
Martín Zubimendi
7.3
Zubimendi 36
M. Ødegaard
6.7
78'
Ødegaard 8
L. Trossard
6.9
64'
Trossard 19
V. Gyökeres
6.3
64'
Gyökeres 14
B. Saka
6.7
78'
Saka 7
A. Becker
7.7
Becker 1
M. Kerkez
7.2
Kerkez 6
V. van Dijk
7.2
Dijk 4
I. Konaté
7.2
Konaté 5
C. Bradley
6.3
90'
Bradley 12
A. Mac Allister
6.9
Allister 10
R. Gravenberch
7.2
Gravenberch 38
C. Gakpo
6.7
Gakpo 18
D. Szoboszlai
6.3
Szoboszlai 8
J. Frimpong
6.5
Frimpong 30
F. Wirtz
6.9
Wirtz 7
field field
Substitutes
Lewis-Skelly
6.7
57'
Lewis-Skelly 49
Martinelli
6.7
64'
Martinelli 11
Jesus
6.2
64'
Jesus 9
Madueke
6.3
78'
Madueke 20
Eze
6.7
78'
Eze 10
Gomez
90'
Gomez 2
LineUps
Arsenal
6.5
12
d
6.9
2
d
7
57'
6.5
78'
6.7
41
m
7.5
7
f
78'
6.7
64'
6.3
12'64'
6.9
Substitutes
57'
6.7
64'
6.2
64'90'
6.7
13
g
4
d
20
f
78'
6.3
10
m
78'
6.7
Coach
Liverpool
1
g
7.7
12
d
90'
6.3
90'
7.2
7.2
6
d
7.2
7.2
90'
6.9
6.5
6.3
18
m
6.7
7
m
6.9
Substitutes
28
g
2
d
90'
47
d
17
m
42
m
14
f
73
f
Coach

Arsenal vs Liverpool Head-to-head statistics for Thu 8 Jan, 2026 @ 14:00 Premier League

Arsenal
Liverpool
Off Target 0 Blocked 4
On Target 4
On Target 0
Off Target 8 Blocked 3
47 Ball Possession 53
8 Shots 8
4 Shots on Goal 0
0 Shots off Goal 5
4 Blocked Shots 3
5 Shots insidebox 2
3 Shots outsidebox 6
446 Total passes 506
86 Passes accurate % 89
0 Goalkeeper Saves 4
10 Fouls 9
3 Yellow Cards 2
2 Offsides 1
2 Corners 0
0.45 Expected Goals 0.36

Stats for Arsenal vs Liverpool Thursday, Jan 8th, 2026 at 14:00 Football

Arsenal
Goalkeepers
Field Players
Liverpool
Goalkeepers
Field Players
Best Players of the Match
1
A. Becker
7.7
Goalkeeper
2
D. Rice
Midfielder
7.5
3
Martín Zubimendi
7.3
4
V. van Dijk
Defender
7.2