The Matchday 36 clash in the Premier League between Liverpool and Arsenal will take place on May 11 at Anfield. Liverpool vs. Arsenal: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Liverpool
In the previous round, Liverpool suffered their third defeat of the current championship. Playing away, the club lost 1-3 to Chelsea. It's worth noting that the team had already secured the Premier League 2024/25 title, so even with nearly their main squad on the field, the players lacked tournament motivation and did not play with maximum commitment. The club continues to lead the Premier League in goals scored, with 81.
- Liverpool has won 7 of their last 9 Premier League encounters.
- Liverpool scored first in 8 of their last 11 league matches.
- At least two goals were scored in the second half in 7 of Liverpool's last 10 home Premier League games.
Predicted lineup for Liverpool (4-3-3)
Alisson Becker – Virgil van Dijk, Kostas Tsimikas, Jarell Quansah, Trent Alexander-Arnold – Curtis Jones, Wataru Endo, Harvey Elliott – Mohamed Salah, Diogo Jota, Cody Gakpo.
Defender Joseph Gomez is out due to injury.
Arsenal
Due to their commitments in the Champions League, the Gunners have slightly relaxed in the Premier League, which immediately cost them. In the last round, the team lost at home to Bournemouth (1-2), despite scoring first. It's also worth noting that in their last five Premier League matches, the club managed to defeat only Ipswich (4-0), drawing three times and losing once. Mikel Arteta's side has not yet secured a Champions League spot for next season and has allowed the chasing pack to close the gap – the nearest rival is just three points behind.
- The club has not won in 7 of their last 10 league matches (5 draws and 2 losses).
- Both teams scored in 5 of Arsenal's last 6 Premier League matches.
- The Londoners won the second half in 7 of their last 10 away Premier League games.
Predicted lineup for Arsenal (4-3-3)
David Raya – Miles Lewis-Skelly, Jurriën Timber, William Saliba, Jakub Kiwior – Martin Ødegaard, Thomas Partey, Declan Rice – Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, Raheem Sterling.
Forwards Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus, midfielder Jorginho, and defenders Gabriel Magalhães and Takehiro Tomiyasu will miss out due to injuries. However, defender Riccardo Calafiori has returned to the squad.
Referee
Anthony Taylor (England)
Matches – 29 (Premier League, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 85;
Average yellow cards per match – 2.9;
Red cards shown – 5;
Average fouls per match – 21;
Penalties – 24%.
Liverpool vs. Arsenal: Match Prediction
As promised by Arne Slot, his team does not intend to ease off after securing the Premier League title. For the match against Bournemouth, the club fielded a strong lineup with minor changes in midfield, and although the team lost, it is clear that they will not easily give away their final matches of the season. The upcoming match will be held at Anfield, and Liverpool will not easily surrender victory to the Londoners on their home turf.
The hosts consistently score at home, having netted at least two goals in 14 of their last 15 league matches. However, they have also conceded in 8 of their last 10 home games at Anfield in the Premier League. Arsenal needs to secure at least three more points to guarantee themselves a spot in the Champions League next season, so expect the visitors to deliver some striking blows. Additionally, at least three goals have been scored in 15 of the last 18 head-to-head Premier League meetings.
My prediction – Total over 2.5 goals
