Mikel Arteta’s side have a five point lead at the top of the table and victory over the Reds will prove their title credentials
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Arsenal host Liverpool in a blockbuster clash this evening in what could prove to be a decisive moment in their pursuit of the Premier League title.
Mikel Arteta’s side have been consistent performers over the last few league campaigns but have come up short by finishing second in each of the previous three seasons. They head into tonight’s match against the reigning champions with a five point lead over closest rivals Manchester City and know a victory over Arne Slot’s Reds is a potential stumbling block conquered.
Four of the last six league games between these two side have ended in draws with the other two results ending in a victory each. Arsenal will be quietly confident having home advantage and being on a winning run of five league matches but Liverpool have rediscovered some semblance of form.
Slot’s team are unbeaten in eight league games but come to the Emirates on the back of consecutive draws with Fulham and Leeds meaning the manager is under pressure to deliver a statement win. Can Liverpool halt Arsenal’s charge to the title?
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Liverpool unbeaten in eight league games but need a win to ease pressure on Arne Slot
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Arsenal vs Liverpool
Premier League leaders Arsenal welcome champions Liverpool to the Emirates in a blockbuster clash on Thursday night.
The Gunners are riding high at the top of the table after beating Bournemouth 3-2 in their last outing, with Declan Rice scoring twice. The Gunners are on a five-match win streak in the league since their loss to Aston Villa at the start of December.
Liverpool have not won in their last two matches, after being held at home to Leeds and then away at Fulham after Harrison Reed’s sensational stoppage-time equaliser. The Reds are 14 points behind Mikel Arteta’s side.
Dominik Szoboszlai made the difference the last time these two met, back in August at Anfield, with his stunning free-kick securing a 1-0 win for Arne Slot’s side.
Mike Jones8 January 2026 17:00
1 hour ago
Good afternoon!
Welcome to The Independent’s coverage of tonight’s Premier League action as Arsenal play host to Liverpool.
This is a big clash at the top of the table and one which could see the Gunners begin to pull away from the competition as their hunt for their first league title in over 20 years.
Mikel Arteta’s men have a five point lead over Man City in second and could extend that to eight should they defeat their close rivals Liverpool at the Emirates tonight.
Kick off for this one is at 8pm so stick with us as we build-up to this blockbuster clash.
Mike Jones8 January 2026 15:06