Arsenal vs Liverpool prediction and betting tips on February 4, 2024 by Jason Collins
The central event of the 23rd round of the Premier League, without a doubt, will be the clash between Arsenal and Liverpool. Read the detailed prediction for this match on the pages of our resource.
Arsenal
The "Gunners" have briefly held the top spot in the league this season, but a three-match winless streak has dropped them to third place. They are two points behind the leader, and success in the upcoming battle could narrow this gap. In the last round, Arteta's proteges triumphed away against Nottingham Forest with a score of 2-1. The chances of winning the championship do not seem high; Arsenal struggles to maintain high consistency, and finishing in the top 4 is not a straightforward task. Due to injuries, Partey and Tomiyasu will miss the upcoming match, while Tierney is on national team duty.
Liverpool
After Klopp's announcement of departure at the end of the season, many involuntarily began to wish Liverpool victory in the championship. The "Merseysiders" currently lead the Premier League, surpassing second-placed Manchester City by 5 points, with a game in hand. In the last round, the team annihilated Chelsea at home with a score of 4-1, despite Nunez missing a penalty and hitting the woodwork several times. At least five players will miss the match due to injuries, with the main loss being Mo Salah, and Nunez's participation is still uncertain.
Interesting Match Facts and Head-to-Head History
- The opponents played twice this season; in the league, the match ended in a 1-1 draw, and in the FA Cup, Liverpool secured an away victory with a score of 2-0.
- Arsenal suffered only one defeat in 11 Premier League matches this season.
- Liverpool is one of the best away teams in the league, with 6 wins in 11 matches and only one loss.
Arsenal vs Liverpool Prediction
On paper, the hosts are slight favorites, although Liverpool is in excellent form, even considering numerous personnel losses. The guests should look no worse than the opponent. It is quite possible that the teams will display entertaining football and exchange goals, but we will opt for the bet on X2.
