Arsenal travel to Anfield on Sunday for one of the biggest early-season title clashes, but Mikel Arteta faces a major injury crisis ahead of the game.
The Gunners have made a flawless start to the campaign, winning all their matches without conceding a goal. However, their squad depth will be put to the test against the reigning champions on a ground where Arsenal have not tasted league victory for more than a decade. Securing three points at Anfield would send a strong message to the rest of the Premier League.
Arsenal Team News
Arteta will be without two key attackers. Bukayo Saka (hamstring) and Kai Havertz (knee) have been ruled out for several weeks. Captain Martin Ødegaard is also highly doubtful due to a shoulder injury, while Ben White and Leandro Trossard remain uncertain to feature.
The absences mean changes across the pitch. Summer signing Eberechi Eze is expected to make his full debut in midfield, while Noni Madueke should start on the right wing in place of Saka. In defence, Jurriën Timber has been in outstanding form and is likely to play a key role again, while Viktor Gyökeres – fresh from scoring twice last weekend – will lead the line.
Arsenal Predicted XI
Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Eze, Zubimendi, Rice; Madueke, Gyökeres, Martinelli.
Match Details
- Fixture: Liverpool vs Arsenal
- Competition: Premier League
- Venue: Anfield
- Date: Sunday, 31st August 2025
- Kick-off: 15:30 GMT
