Arsenal begin the new year exactly where they want to be on top and in control. Mikel Arteta’s side showed championship grit in gameweek 20, recovering from an early setback to beat Bournemouth 3-2 in a result Softfootball reported as a defining moment in their title charge.
That comeback mirrored the control Arsenal displayed in their second-half surge past a stubborn Bournemouth, reinforcing a growing pattern of grinding out results even when performances are not at their most fluent.
The Gunners now ride a seven-game winning streak in all competitions and have turned the Emirates into a fortress, winning 14 of 15 home matches this season.
Their confidence has been further boosted by statement performances along the way, including a commanding 4–1 win that ended Aston Villa’s 11-game winning run and underlined Arsenal’s authority against top-four rivals.
The mood around the club has also been reflected online, with Arsenal marking the moment on their official X handle by recalling a famous FA Cup night at Anfield in 2007, when they fired three past Liverpool.
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Liverpool arrive under pressure after back-to-back league draws halted their momentum. While Arne Slot’s men remain unbeaten in nine, dropped points against Leeds and Fulham have dented belief, and injuries in attack further complicate the task at the Emirates.
Team News
Arsenal are missing Max Dowman and Cristhian Mosquera, with Riccardo Calafiori a doubt. Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard are expected to return. Liverpool are without Mohamed Salah (AFCON) and Alexander Isak, while Hugo Ekitike remains a doubt.
Possible Lineups
Arsenal: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyokeres, Trossard.
Liverpool: Alisson; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Jones; Gakpo.
Softfootball Prediction
Arsenal 2-0 Liverpool. Arsenal’s momentum, depth, and home dominance give them the edge to extend their lead at the summit.
