Liverpool face Premier League table toppers Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday evening
Mikel Arteta manager / head coach of Arsenal celebrates with the bench during the Premier League match between Bournemouth and Arsenal at Vitality Stadium on January 03, 2026 in Bournemouth, England.
Mikel Arteta is looking for a big win against Liverpool(Image: Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)
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Liverpool are set for a tough test as they head to the Emirates to take on Premier League leaders Arsenal. Arne Slot's team have ended their last two top-flight matches in a draw.
The reigning champions started this season with hopes of challenging the Gunners for the title, but they hit a major skid in the road in late September.
Liverpool have somewhat recovered from a long string of consecutive losses, but haven't managed to secure a win in their last two games.
As a result, they currently trail their rivals Arsenal by 14 points, who have enjoyed a winning streak in their last five league matches and sit atop the table, ahead of Manchester City and Aston Villa.
When is Arsenal vs Liverpool?
The high-stakes clash between Arsenal and Liverpool is set to kick off at 8pm on Thursday, January 8. The match will take place at the Emirates Stadium.
Liverpool face Arsenal just four days after their most recent league match. The Reds were held to a 2-2 draw by Fulham last Sunday afternoon.
Dejected Liverpool players after Harrison Reed of Fulham scored for 2-2 during the Premier League match between Fulham and Liverpool at Craven Cottage on January 4, 2026 in London, England.
Liverpool are struggling to win games
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Despite goals from Florian Wirtz and Cody Gakpo, Liverpool were denied victory by a stunning 97th-minute equaliser from Fulham's Harrison Reed.
In contrast, Arsenal enter this match on a high following a 3-2 triumph over Bournemouth on Saturday. This victory allowed them to extend their lead at the top of the table over their title rivals.
What channel is Arsenal vs Liverpool on?
In the UK, you can catch the match live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Coverage typically begins an hour before the game, at 7pm, offering analysis and the latest team updates.
Viktor Gyoekeres of Arsenal celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Everton and Arsenal at Hill Dickinson Stadium on December 20, 2025 in Liverpool, England.
Arsenal sit top of the Premier League table
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For those with compatible 4K television sets, the match is also being aired on Sky Sports Ultra HDR. If you prefer to stream the game on a mobile device, tablet or laptop, you can do so via the Sky Go app. This service is included for all customers with a valid Sky Sports subscription.
Alternatively, fans without a long-term contract can stream the match using a NOW Sports Membership. This offers a flexible way to access all Sky Sports channels on most smart devices for a daily or monthly fee.
Team news for Arsenal vs Liverpool
Arne Slot, Manager of Liverpool, looks on prior to the Premier League match between Fulham and Liverpool at Craven Cottage on January 04, 2026 in London, England.
Arne Slot is facing fitness issues with his attackers
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Liverpool boss Slot is dealing with a significant attacking shortage ahead of the crucial trip to north London on Thursday. With Alexander Isak out due to a broken leg and Mohamed Salah away on AFCON duty, the Reds are keeping a close eye on Hugo Ekitike's situation.
Florian Wirtz is expected to start despite being substituted against Fulham. Cody Gakpo remains the primary candidate to lead the attack if Ekitike is not cleared by the medical staff to start after missing Sunday's game.
Declan Rice proved his fitness by netting two goals in Arsenal's last match despite missing their previous clash, and will be a key figure in the Gunners' midfield.
Mikel Arteta should be able to call upon Kai Havertz, who was rested over the weekend as a precautionary measure. However, the home side will still be without Riccardo Calafiori and Cristhian Mosquera, both of whom are continuing to recover from muscle and ankle problems.
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