Premier League on Sky Sports: Arsenal vs Liverpool preview, predictions & betting tips
Arsenal welcome Liverpool to the Emirates Stadium in a blockbuster clash to close out Gameweek 21 of the Premier League.
First meets fourth, with momentum firmly on the home side and pressure quietly building on the visitors.
Here, Sports News Blitz previews Arsenal vs Liverpool with stats, predictions, and betting tips.
Tale so far
Arsenal arrive in ruthless form.
Five straight league wins have opened up a six-point lead at the top of the table. Mikel Arteta’s side boast the league’s best defence with just 14 goals conceded, while only Manchester City have scored more than their 40 after 20 matches.
Declan Rice was the difference last time out, scoring twice as Arsenal edged past Bournemouth to stretch their unbeaten run to seven games in all competitions.
Liverpool’s mood is less settled.
A 97th-minute equaliser from Fulham’s Harrison Reed denied them victory in a dramatic 2-2 draw.
Arne Slot’s side sit fourth, eight points adrift of Manchester City and Aston Villa, and their away form has been a concern with four wins from ten and a minus-one goal difference on the road.
The Reds may also be without a recognised striker, with Hugo Ekitike expected to miss out again.
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Head-to-head recap
Recent meetings have delivered goals and drama.
Three of the last five clashes have ended level, including a 2-2 draw at the Emirates in October 2024.
Arsenal did beat Liverpool 3-1 at home in February 2024, though Liverpool have also enjoyed success in this fixture, winning twice across league and cup meetings in 2024 and 2025.
Best bets
Arsenal to win
The Gunners are six points clear and have won five league games on the spin. Home form and defensive control give them the edge.
Declan Rice to score or assist
Seven goal contributions this season underline his influence. He has also created nine big chances and 32 chances overall.
Over 2.5 goals
This line has landed in Arsenal’s last three matches and in three of Liverpool’s last four.
Where to watch
UK: Sky Sports, kick-off 20:00 BST
US: Peacock, kick-off 15:00 EST
Verdict
Liverpool rarely make life easy for Arsenal, but the balance of play points one way.
With the Emirates bouncing and Rice in form, Arsenal look well placed to extend their lead at the top, though goals at both ends feel likely.
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