The Matchday 36 Premier League clash 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 to Chelsea with a score of 1-3. It is worth noting that the team was already the Premier League 2024/25 winner, so even with almost their main squad on the field, the players played without maximum motivation. The club continues to lead the Premier League in goals scored – 81.
- Liverpool has won 7 of their last 9 Premier League matches.
- Liverpool opened the scoring in 8 of their last 11 league games.
- At least two goals were scored in the second half in 7 of Liverpool's last 10 home Premier League matches.
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 involvement in the Champions League, the Gunners have slightly relaxed in the Premier League, which has 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 only managed to beat 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 in – the gap to the nearest rival is just three points.
- 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 – Myles Lewis-Skelly, Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Jakub Kiwior – Martin Odegaard, Thomas Partey, Declan Rice – Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, Raheem Sterling.
Forwards Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus, as well as defenders Gabriel Magalhaes and Takehiro Tomiyasu, will miss the match due to injuries.
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 players do not intend to take it easy 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 they will not easily give away their remaining matches of the season. The upcoming match will take place at Anfield, and Liverpool will not easily concede a victory to the Londoners on their home turf.
The hosts consistently score at home, having scored 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 a Champions League spot for next season, so the visitors are also expected to score. 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
