Watch: Bukayo Saka and Virgil Van Dijk score the openers for their side

Liverpool are currently leading the Premier League standings and has shown remarkable form this season. Recently, they secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against RB Leipzig in the UEFA Champions League, which sets a positive tone as they approach their upcoming match.

Arsenal currently sits firmly in third place in the league table, showcasing an impressive performance this season. The Gunners secured a decisive 1-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk in their last match and are determined to replicate that success this weekend.

Bukayo Saka Opened Arsenal's account 

Bukayo Saka opened the scoring for Arsenal with a beautiful goal in the eighth minute. Ben White, playing as a centre-back in this match, delivered a well-placed long pass behind Robertson, which Saka expertly collected. Demonstrating great skill, he manoeuvred into the area, nutmegged Robertson, and skillfully sent the ball past Kelleher at the near post.

Virgil van Dijk had some opportunities to support Robertson more effectively during the goal. However, credit should be given to Saka for his skilful play—he expertly slipped the ball between Robertson’s legs to set up the shot and caught Kelleher off guard by driving it past him at the near post. It was a well-executed moment from Saka.

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Van Dijk levelled the terms for Liverpool 

For the second consecutive league match, Arsenal has faltered on a set-piece. Alexander-Arnold delivered a well-placed ball toward the near post, where Diaz executed a precise header reminiscent of Steve Bould. Van Dijk decisively positioned himself in front of Partey, six yards out, and confidently directed a header past Raya in the 18th minute.

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In the 43rd minute, Merino scored his inaugural goal for Arsenal, showcasing his impressive heading ability. This moment came thanks to Declan Rice, who delivered a well-placed free-kick from a challenging position on the right. Merino positioned himself perfectly six yards out at the far post, meeting the ball with power to direct a header past Kelleher.

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