Emirates Showdown: Arsenal Poised to Pull Clear as Liverpool Struggle

English Premier League - Arsenal VS Liverpool
Match Time:09-01-2026 04:00 Friday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Arsenal host Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in a high-profile Premier League clash between struggling champions and an in-form challenger. Liverpool arrive on a longer unbeaten run, adding extra intrigue to the matchup. A home win would give Mikel Arteta’s side a commanding 17-point lead with 17 matches still to play.
Team Analysis:
Arsenal extended their momentum with a dramatic comeback win in gameweek 20 and now sit six points clear at the top after rivals dropped points. Mikel Arteta’s side are on a seven-match winning run and have been formidable at the Emirates, making them strong favourites ahead of the Liverpool clash. By contrast, Liverpool arrive after consecutive draws, with fading title hopes and a poor recent record in North London.
Player Situation:
Arsenal approach the Liverpool match with minimal injury concerns and strong squad depth, missing only a few players while several key attackers are set to return. Bukayo Saka is poised for a potential milestone at the Emirates as Arteta considers rotating options like Kai Havertz. Liverpool face greater challenges, with multiple attackers unavailable or not fully fit, forcing Arne Slot to rely on a largely unchanged lineup.
Result Prediction:
Liverpool remain Arsenal’s most frequent Premier League conquerors, but momentum strongly favors the hosts ahead of Thursday night. Arsenal arrive with confidence, consistency, and a formidable record at the Emirates, while Liverpool are struggling for options and belief. All signs suggest the Gunners are poised to cross the 50-point mark and pull further clear at the top of the table.
Predicted Result: Arsenal 2-0 Liverpool.
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