Arsenal host Liverpool tonight while they aim to secure a commanding eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League.
Mikel Arteta’s side has moved into a position of significant advantage following midweek stumbles by their title rivals. The Gunners have been flawless at home lately, winning seven consecutive league matches at the Emirates. Consequently, confidence is high that they can exploit a depleted Liverpool attack and move one step closer to their first league title in over twenty years.
Arsenal Team News
Mikel Arteta is managing a relatively healthy squad but remains cautious with a few key figures. Kai Havertz is “very close” to returning to the side after a brief rest, while Bukayo Saka is fit to start as he chases a historic fourth consecutive home goal against the Reds. However, the hosts are still without Riccardo Calafiori and Cristhian Mosquera, who are not yet ready to return to match action.
Notably, deadline-day arrival Piero Hincapie is expected to start in the backline following a series of “immense” performances. Martin Odegaard will captain the side in a midfield trio alongside Martin Zubimendi and Declan Rice. In attack, Viktor Gyokeres is poised to lead the line, supported by Saka and Leandro Trossard, as Arsenal look to maintain their perfect home record this term.
