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Liverpool vs Arsenal

Anfield, Liverpool27 August 2017 at 16:00
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Referee: Craig Pawson

Match Events

Liverpool
Arsenal
Kick Off
Roberto Firmino

assist: J. Gomez

17′
Dejan Lovren20′
22′Danny Welbeck
Joe Gomez23′
40′Granit Xhaka
S. Mané

assist: Roberto Firmino

40′
Half Time
46′
A. RamseyF. Coquelin
62′
A. Oxlade-ChamberlainA. Lacazette
62′
A. SánchezO. Giroud
73′Rob Holding
S. ManéD. Sturridge
74′
D. Sturridge

assist: Mohamed Salah

77′
Roberto FirminoJ. Milner
80′
E. CanM. Grujić
84′
Full Time

Match Statistics

10Shots on Goal0
5Shots off Goal6
18Total Shots8
3Blocked Shots2
13Shots insidebox5
5Shots outsidebox3
6Fouls9
4Corner Kicks3
3Offsides5
48%Ball Possession52%
2Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves7
507Total passes539
411Passes accurate438
81%Passes %81%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Liverpool is 6.75, compared to — for Arsenal. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Liverpool's highest-rated starter is Mohamed Salah (6.89), while Arsenal's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Liverpool have contributed 7 goals and 8 assists this season, led by Mohamed Salah (7G). Arsenal's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Liverpool deploy 4 defenders rated 6.61 on average, against Arsenal's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Liverpool field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Arsenal's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Liverpool start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.89, compared to 3 for Arsenal averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 77% for Liverpool and —% for Arsenal. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Liverpool's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Arsenal. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Liverpool's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: J. Gomez (28), oldest: Mohamed Salah (33)), while Arsenal average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Liverpool's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 0 for Arsenal. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Liverpool4-3-33-4-2-1Arsenal
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Karius6Lovren32Matip18Moreno12Gomez5Wijnald.14Henders.23Can9Firmino11Salah19Mané33Čech18Monreal6Kosciel.24Bellerín16Holding11Özil8Ramsey29Xhaka15Oxlade-.7Sánchez23Welbeck

Substitutes

Coach: J. Klopp

Substitutes

Coach: A. Wenger

LiverpoolPosition StrengthArsenal
6.75
Avg Rating
6.61Defender (4 v 3)
0G 2A0G 0A
6.89Forward (3 v 3)
7G 6A0G 0A
Liverpool4-3-3
1GoalkeeperL. Karius
6DefenderD. Lovren
32DefenderJ. Matip
18DefenderAlberto Moreno
12DefenderJ. Gomez6.62A
5MidfielderG. Wijnaldum
14MidfielderJ. Henderson
23MidfielderE. Can
9ForwardRoberto Firmino
11ForwardMohamed Salah6.97G6A
19ForwardS. Mané
Arsenal3-4-2-1
33GoalkeeperP. Čech
18DefenderNacho Monreal
6DefenderL. Koscielny
16DefenderR. Holding
24MidfielderBellerín
8MidfielderA. Ramsey
29MidfielderG. Xhaka
15MidfielderA. Oxlade-Chamberlain
11ForwardM. Özil
7ForwardA. Sánchez
23ForwardD. Welbeck

Match Summary

Liverpool defeated Arsenal 4:0. The match was played in Premier League 2017. Goals were scored by Roberto Firmino 17′, S. Mané 40′, Mohamed Salah 57′, D. Sturridge 77′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Liverpool had 48% possession while Arsenal held 52%. Liverpool had 18 shots (10 on target) compared to 8 (0 on target) for Arsenal. Liverpool made 3 substitutions, Arsenal made 3.

Rivalry since 2010

Liverpool vs Arsenal Head to Head Results

36 stretnutí
Liverpool
14
wins
Drawn
14
Arsenal
8
wins
Total goals
117 · 3.3/match
Both scored
24/36 · 67%
Over 2.5
22/36 · 61%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 34 v 2016

Recent Form

Liverpool

DLWWLW

Arsenal

WWWDWL

Match Prediction

Liverpool

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Arsenal

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Liverpool or draw

57%Form43%
50%Attack50%
57%Defence43%
62%Head-to-head38%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Liverpool3wins
5draws10 meetings
Arsenal2wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 3.3%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 46.1%Draw 28.1%Away 29.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.153.253.40
Max2.203.723.50
Market favourite:Liverpool · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market45.4%26.3%28.3%
Public market45.6%26.5%28.0%

Liverpool vs Arsenal — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Liverpool
Result vs. Market: Liverpool (46%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

LiverpoolHalf-time:20Arsenal
18Shots8
10Shots on target0

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
08/01/26Arsenal0–0Liverpool1.60/4.22/5.25
31/08/25Liverpool1–0Arsenal2.24/3.49/3.24
11/05/25Liverpool2–2Arsenal2.04/3.57/3.66
27/10/24Arsenal2–2Liverpool2.50/3.35/2.90
04/02/24Arsenal3–1Liverpool2.20/3.69/3.05
23/12/23Liverpool1–1Arsenal2.38/3.61/2.80
09/04/23Liverpool2–2Arsenal2.80/3.67/2.41
09/10/22Arsenal3–2Liverpool2.56/3.63/2.63
16/03/22Arsenal0–2Liverpool3.68/3.97/1.90
20/11/21Liverpool4–0Arsenal1.46/4.72/6.61

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Liverpool

W 678D 307L 274
Over 2.554
Goals scored2265

Away Record: Arsenal

W 701D 305L 253
Over 2.554
Goals scored2292

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026