Liverpool vs Arsenal: Football Previews & Free Football Betting Tips

🗞️ Introduction
Liverpool against Arsenal at Anfield is always one of the standout fixtures of any Premier League season, and this one feels even bigger. Both sides have started the new campaign in impressive form, Liverpool fresh from three straight wins and Arsenal looking defensively solid with back-to-back clean sheets. The Anfield crowd will be electric, with the Kop in full voice and a big away following from North London.

Tactically, Liverpool are expected to line up with their trademark high press, pace out wide, and fluid front line built around getting the best from Salah . Arsenal, by contrast, will rely on compact defensive structure, patient possession, and breaking lines through Ødegaard and Rice, with Gyökeres the focal point in attack. It’s a clash of intensity versus control, promising a fascinating battle.

👕 Team News
Liverpool: Alexis Mac Allister faces a late fitness test, while Conor Bradley is back in contention. Virgil van Dijk is fit and expected to marshal the defence. New arrivals Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong could both feature, adding creativity and pace.

Arsenal: Arsenal are missing Bukayo Saka (hamstring), Kai Havertz (knee) and Gabriel Jesus (knee). Ødegaard, Norgaard, Trossard, and Ben White are all doubts but could yet feature depending on late assessments. Expect Gyökeres to lead the line, with Martinelli and Madueke providing width.

📋 Form
Liverpool are unbeaten across their last 10 competitive games, with seven wins, two draws, and just one defeat. They’ve scored 24 and conceded 10, averaging over two goals per game. They look sharp going forward but can still leave gaps when pressing aggressively.

Arsenal are also in flying form with eight wins and two losses in their last 10. Their defensive record stands out — just five goals conceded in that run — while scoring 20 themselves. The Gunners are grinding out results with defensive resilience and clinical finishing.

📊 Key Match Stats Table

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Metric Liverpool Arsenal
Avg Goals Scored per Game 3.0 2.0
Avg Goals Conceded per Game 1.0 0.0
Clean Sheet % 33% 100%
Average Possession 62% 55%
Shots per Game (on target) 18 (7) 15.5 (5.5)
Pass Completion % 87% 85%
Average Points per Game 2.0 3.0

🏟️ Home vs Away Form
At Anfield, Liverpool have been formidable — unbeaten in their last 12 home games in all competitions, scoring 30 goals and conceding just 10. Their home crowd often inspires fast starts.

Arsenal’s away record is equally impressive, with seven wins from their last 10 trips, conceding only nine goals. Their ability to manage tough away fixtures has been a cornerstone of their recent progress.

⚔️ Attack vs Defence
Goals For
Goals Against

KickTheBookies BTTS likelihood: 64%


🥅 Players to Watch
Liverpool: Mohamed Salah remains the talisman, already looking sharp and decisive in front of goal this season. His duel against Arsenal’s backline will shape the game. New signing Florian Wirtz could also be key in unlocking spaces between the lines.

Arsenal: Declan Rice’s ability to break up Liverpool’s midfield dominance and transition play quickly will be vital. With Saka out, Viktor Gyökeres is the man Arsenal will rely on to hold up play and convert chances.

🧠 KickTheBookies Prediction
With both sides in excellent form, this looks like being a high-quality, high-intensity clash. Liverpool’s firepower at home should ensure they score, but Arsenal’s defensive organisation and ability to strike on the counter will make it very close.

Prediction: 2–2 Draw

💡 Betting Tips
Main Pick: Over 2.5 Goals and both team to score — both teams are free-scoring and have too much attacking quality to keep this cagey. The stats and form point heavily in this direction.


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