Both Liverpool and Arsenal are determined to win to take the top spot in the table. The Kop is more appreciated when playing at Anfield’s home field.
Arsenal got off to a dream start in their trip to Anfield when Gabriel scored the opening goal in the 4th minute.
Liverpool entered the game at a disadvantage but brought the match back to the starting line in the 29th minute.
From a free kick, Odegaard gave the ball accurately for midfielder Gabriel to head into the Liverpool net. After checking again via VAR technology, the referee decided to recognize the goal.
After get a conceded goal, Liverpool frantically attacked like a storm. And they finally got what they needed in the 29th minute.
Alexander-Arnold sent a long pass from home for Salah to accelerate and receive the ball. The Egyptian star easily passed Zinchenko before unleashing a powerful shot that did not give Raya a chance to block.
1-1 is also the score of the first half. Entering the second half, the match was quite balanced. Both teams had opportunities to score but were unable to take advantage.
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The most unfortunate situation was the situation in the 72nd minute. From a speedy counterattack, Liverpool had overwhelming numbers compared to Arsenal’s defense. Salah passed the ball to Alexander-Arnold in an open position, but this player hit the crossbar.
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The match ended with a draw of 1-1. This result helps Arsenal maintain the top position with 40 points after 18 matches. Liverpool is right behind with 39 points, ahead of third-placed team Aston Villa in terms of goal difference.