Arsenal vs Liverpool: GoalBible Expert Predictions, Stats, Free Betting Tips & Odds

Arsenal host Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday evening, with kick-off set for 8:00 pm and live coverage available on Sky Sports. This Premier League fixture carries major weight at both ends of the table, with Arsenal leading the title race and Liverpool chasing a Champions League place.

The Gunners sit top of the standings, while Liverpool arrive in fourth, 14 points behind their hosts. Below is GoalBible’s full match preview, including team news, predicted lineups, season stats, and betting insight for Arsenal vs Liverpool.

Arsenal vs Liverpool

Free Betting Tips & Our Prediction:

Match Result

Arsenal @ 1.57

Draw @ 4.33

Liverpool @ 6

Anytime Goalscorer

Viktor Gyokeres @ 2.75

Kai Havertz @ 2.75

Gabriel Jesus @ 2.88

Both Teams To Score

Yes @ 1.83

No @ 2.05

Correct Score

Arsenal 1–0 @ 8.50

Arsenal 2–0 @ 8.50

Draw 1–1@ 8.50

Player Shots On Target

Gabriel Jesus 1+ @ 1.3

Kai Havertz 1+ @ 1.36

Noni Madueke 1+ @ 1.40

Player To Be Carded

Conor Bradley @ 2.60

Ibrahima Konate @ 3.30

Alexis Mac Allister @ 3.40

Team Form: Arsenal vs Liverpool

Arsenal team news

Arsenal continue to tighten their grip on first place in the Premier League. Mikel Arteta’s side is six points clear of Manchester City and comes into this match on a strong run, highlighted by a dramatic 3–2 win away at Bournemouth. That result made it five straight league victories and further strengthened belief around the Emirates.

Liverpool team news

Liverpool played out a 2–2 draw away at Fulham in their latest league match at Craven Cottage. They missed the chance to take all three points, but the result kept their unbeaten run going, now standing at six games. Jürgen Klopp’s side sit fourth in the Premier League with 34 points and 18 matches still to play. They are 14 points behind Arsenal at the top but remain three points clear of Chelsea as they continue to push for a Champions League spot.

Predicted Lineup

Arsenal predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyokeres, Trossard.

Arsenal have been a little more open at the back compared to earlier in the season, conceding six goals across their last six matches. That said, they have still looked sharp going forward, scoring 13 goals during the same run.

The earlier meeting between these sides finished with a tight 1–0 defeat at Anfield, which remains one of just two league losses Arsenal have suffered so far this season.

For this game, Mikel Arteta will be without his regular left-back Ricardo Calafiori, who is sidelined with a muscle injury. Calafiori has featured 20 times in all competitions, adding one goal and two assists, and his absence will be felt. Cristhian Mosquera and Max Dowman are also ruled out as they continue to work their way back to fitness.

Striker Selection

One of the main talking points ahead of kick-off is who starts up front. Arteta has Viktor Gyokeres, Gabriel Jesus, and Kai Havertz all available, giving him several different options.

Gyokeres has been the regular starter since arriving in the summer for a fee close to £54.8m. The Sweden international has featured 23 times in all competitions, scoring seven goals in just over 1,500 minutes. His runs in behind defenders often create space for teammates, which has been useful against organised defensive sides.

Havertz and Jesus offer different qualities. Against Liverpool, Havertz could be a useful option, offering a strong target for direct passes and competing well in the air against defenders like Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté, while also helping Arsenal bring others into play with his hold-up work.

Gyokeres is expected to start, but Arteta will be pleased to have alternatives ready, allowing him to adjust his approach as the match develops.

Liverpool predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Alisson; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Jones; Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Wirtz; Gakpo.

Liverpool arrives in good overall form, going nine games unbeaten across all competitions since adjusting their setup. That run includes five wins and four draws, showing more stability compared to earlier in the season.

Arne Slot may again be short of options in attack. Alexander Isak is still sidelined with a lower leg fracture, while Hugo Ekitike remains a major doubt due to a hamstring issue. As a result, Cody Gakpo is expected to start through the middle, with Florian Wirtz also capable of operating as a false nine if needed.

Liverpool is also without Giovanni Leoni and Wataru Endo, both continuing their recovery from injury. Mohamed Salah is unavailable due to the Africa Cup of Nations, leaving the Reds without several key attacking players for this trip to the Emirates.

Tactical Shape

Since the 2–0 win over West Ham, Slot has made clear adjustments to bring more balance after a difficult spell that saw Liverpool lose three straight matches by heavy margins. One key change has been greater use of overlapping full-backs, a natural step following the summer arrivals of Milos Kerkez and Jeremie Frimpong.

These tweaks have allowed Liverpool to crowd the centre of the pitch, often fielding Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai, and Wirtz together. With more numbers inside, they have improved their pressing, kept players closer together, and found better control during matches.

That said, the current setup does lack pace and direct threat in the final third, especially with Salah and Isak unavailable. The attack can become predictable at times, making it harder to raise the tempo or beat defenders one-on-one.

Salah’s return later in the season could help solve that issue, especially if used in a freer inside role, where he can take risks and bring more speed and movement through central areas.

Season Performance & Standings

The 2025/26 campaign has seen Arsenal set the pace through consistency and defensive discipline. Liverpool, by contrast, has been more open at the back but remains capable going forward.

Head-to-Head: Last 5 Meetings

Liverpool have historically had the edge in this fixture, but Arsenal’s home form this season gives them confidence of shifting that trend.

GoalBible Conclusion

Arsenal’s strong home form makes them a clear favourite going into this game. It’s hard to look past Arteta’s side at the Emirates, where they continue to deliver reliable performances. Adding under 4.5 goals to the Arsenal win improves the value, pushing the price to a more appealing 1.825 compared to the 1.56 on the straight result. 

From GoalBible’s perspective, this feels like a well-balanced option that combines confidence with fair value for this Premier League fixture.