Saturday marks the 225th meeting between Arsenal FC and Liverpool, with this match looking like a blockbuster on paper. Arsenal have proven themselves to be top four contenders this season, now they want to establish themselves as a side in the mix for the league title.
A win here at home for the north London side would mean more than just three points in the standings. It would also display a real statement of intent. It’s been a very evenly matched series over the years, with Liverpool winning 86 times, Arsenal 78, and 60 draws.
Let’s take a look at who manager Unai Emery could select in his bid to make that bold statement.
This is all of course subject to change, should he say anything conclusive about the injury situation, especially in the back line, tomorrow during his news conference. Also, on a side note, if you haven’t seen this video of the honorary Haka war dance Jurgen Klopp and company received from the New Zealand Rugby League team, you should definitely check it out.
The Bank Arsenal FC Starting XI Prediction vs Crystal Palace
Forwards: Alexandre Lacazette, Mesut Ozil
Attacking Wingers: Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang, Alex Iwobi
Defensive Midfielders: Granit Xhaka, Lucas Torreira
Defenders: Stephan Lichsteiner, Sokratis, Shokdran Mustafi, Nacho Monreal
Goalkeeper: Bernd Leno
Liverpool vs Arsenal FC FYIs
Jurgen Klopp Press Conference video and quotes: go to this link
Liverpool Starting XI prediction: go to this link
Injury report for both teams: go to this link
Kickoff: Saturday November 3, 530 pm BST, Emirates Stadium
Odds via Betway: Liverpool 1/1 Draw 11/4 Arsenal FC 5/2
Prediction: Liverpool 1, Arsenal FC 1
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