Liverpool v Arsenal LIVE: Reds face big test of title credentials against injury-hit champions

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The Gunners have not won at Liverpool since 2012, when Mikel Arteta himself as part of Arsenal’s midfield. Andoni Iraola reveals stance before Arsenal testPremier League managers have a strange habit of trying to avoid positioning their sides in the title race, with Andoni Iraola cautious on Friday when asked about Liverpool’s aspirations.

Andoni Iraola’s side still feel like a work in progress but they have turned a corner and can make a statement against the champions, writes Richard Jolly.Harry Latham-Coyle1 November 2026 13:10Arsenal seeking rare Anfield successMikel Arteta has transformed Arsenal over the last few seasons but there is still one land he is yet to conquer – sort of. The Premier League champions’ last win at Anfield came all the way back in 2012...when Arteta was marshalling the Arsenal midfield.

Mikel Arteta played in Arsenal's last win at Anfield (Getty)Harry Latham-Coyle1 November 2026 13:00To Anfield, for a clash of champions and (potential) challengers. Liverpool’s chances of mounting a title charge feel to be gathering steam as Andoni Iraola’s squad settles in under the manager – and there would be no better way to make their intentions clear than against an Arsenal side facing a few injury and unavailability headaches after a strange week.Kick off is at 4.30pm GMT.Liverpool and Arsenal meet in the Premier League (John Walton/PA Wire)Harry Latham-Coyle1 November 2026 10:35