Arsenal's recent issues have been converting chances into goals despite their firm possession and territory control.
The upcoming FA Cup match between Arsenal and Liverpool on January 7th, 2024, promises to be thrilling. The match is set to take place at the Emirates Stadium in London at 5:30 pm WAT and will be broadcast live on Super Sports.
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Recent Form
Arsenal's recent form is a bit concerning, with just one win in their last six matches in all competitions. Despite dominating possession, they suffered back-to-back defeats against West Ham and Fulham, highlighting a lack of attacking threat.
On the other hand, Liverpool are in impressive form, having lost only twice in their last 20 matches across all competitions. They come into this game on the back of a five-match unbeaten run, including a 4-2 victory over Newcastle.
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Key Players to Watch
For Arsenal, Bukayo Saka is a player to keep an eye on. He has been a consistent threat in the Premier League, contributing six goals and six assists in 19 appearances.
Liverpool's Luis Diaz stands out for his dribbling skills and attacking mentality, making him a significant threat in their forward line.
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Possible Lineups
Arsenal's predicted lineup (4-3-3) includes Ramsdale; Kiwior, Gabriel, Saliba, White; Nelson, Rice, Odegaard; Trossard, Nketiah, Saka.
Liverpool's predicted lineup (4-3-3) features Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Gomez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Jones; Elliott, Gakpo, Diaz.
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Head-to-Head and Historical Rivalry
These two teams have a long-standing rivalry, with Liverpool being eliminated from the FA Cup by Arsenal eight times, only surpassed by Manchester United. The recent match between these two sides in the league ended in a 1-1 draw, indicating a closely matched competition.
Injuries and Suspensions
Arsenal are dealing with some injury concerns. Oleksandr Zinchenko’s status is uncertain, and players like Takehiro Tomiyasu and Mohamed Elneny are unavailable due to international commitments. Thomas Partey and Fabio Vieira are also not expected to recover for the match.
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Liverpool will be without Mohamed Salah and Wataru Endo for the month and are also concerned over Dominik Szoboszlai’s hamstring issue.
Playing Styles and Tactics
Arsenal's recent issues have been converting chances into goals despite their firm possession and territory control. They might focus on improving their execution in the final third.
Boasting a robust attacking lineup, Liverpool will likely continue their aggressive and forward-driving play, capitalizing on their current form.
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Betting Tips and Predictions
Odds suggest a tight match, with Arsenal slightly favored to win. However, both teams scoring over 2.5 goals are also viewed as likely outcomes.
Given the current form and historical performances, Liverpool might have a slight edge in this matchup. Still, Arsenal’s strong record in the FA Cup and the advantage of playing at home cannot be underestimated.
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Where to watch
The Arsenal vs. Liverpool FA Cup match will be broadcast live on Super Sports. Fans looking to catch the action can tune in there to enjoy this exciting fixture.
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