Arsenal are winless in 14 visits to Anfield, dating back to 2012, conceding three or more goals during nine of their outings on Merseyside during this barren period.
With the top two meetings so late on in the season, this could've been an historic title decider reminiscent of that in '89. Instead, it'll be an afternoon of celebration for Liverpool, and potentially one of misery for Arsenal.
Liverpool vs Arsenal preview
A fortnight ago, Liverpool were crowned champions of England for a record-equalling 20th time, coming from a goal down to demolish Tottenham 5-1 at Anfield.
That was a seventh win in eight for Arne Slot's side, who've very much cruised to the title at a canter. Thus, the Reds were more than on the beach for last Sunday's 3-1 defeat at Stamford Bridge, thereby beaten in the Premier League for only the third time all season. Back at Anfield, against a big rival, Liverpool will surely be extremely motivated to win this time.
As for Arsenal, well they had their dreams shattered on Wednesday night, defeated by Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League semi-finals. Having been beaten 1-0 in North London, the Gunners were again beaten 2-1 in another close match at Parc des Princes, with Bukayo Saka's goal coming to late to spark a full-scale comeback.
Thus, Mikel Arteta's team will once again end the season trophyless, but he must now re-motivate his team somehow, given that their place in next season's Champions League is not yet guaranteed.
Having won just three of their last ten league outings, Arsenal are still second somehow, but possibly not for much longer. Man City, next weekend's opponents Newcastle, Chelsea, Forest and Villa could all still overtake them, meaning the Gunners require one more victory to make sure of a top-five finish, thankful that their final-day fixture is a trip to rock-bottom Southampton. Here, however, the 3,052 Gooners making the trip to Anfield on Sunday will surely do so fearing the worst.
Liverpool vs Arsenal head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 243.
- Liverpool Wins: 95. Draws: 65. Arsenal Wins: 83.
Liverpool team news
Arne Slot rotated against Chelsea last Sunday, with Wataru Endō and Harvey Elliott coming into midfield, while Jarell Quansah started in the Premier League for the first time since the opening day.
Nevertheless, regulars Andy Robertson, Ibrahima Konaté, Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai and Luis Díaz could all return.
Lastly, Trent Alexander-Arnold officially confirmed he will be leaving the club later this month when his contract expires so, in his penultimate appearance at Anfield, he'll surely recieve a warm reception.
Liverpool predicted lineup vs Arsenal: (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konaté, van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai; Salah, Luis Díaz, Gakpo.
Liverpool player to watch vs Arsenal
Mohamed Salah has just the 33 goals and 23 assists to his name this season, so can he add to his 11 career goals against Arsenal, seven of which have come at Anfield, but the first was for Chelsea in a famous 6-0 demolition, rather spoiling the occasion of Arsène Wenger's 1000th game?
Arsenal team news
Mikel Arteta remains without Gabriel, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus, but Riccardo Calafiori did come off the bench on Wednesday, his first appearance since 12 March due to a knee injury, while fit-again Jorginho was an unused substitute in Paris, following a punctured lung.
Due to limited options, Arteta could actually name an unchanged lineup from the side beaten at Parc des Princes, with Benjamin White, Calafiori, Jorginho and Leandro Trossard the only candidates to come into the lineup.
Arsenal predicted lineup vs Liverpool: (4-3-3): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Kiwior, Lewis-Skelly; Partey, Rice, Ødegaard; Saka, Merino, Martinelli.
Arsenal player to watch vs Liverpool
Leandro Trossard has ten goals to his name this season, while he's also netted more times against Liverpool than any other opponent in his career, scoring six times against them, including a perfect hat-trick at Anfield for Brighton.
Liverpool vs Arsenal prediction
As alluded to throughout, we're forecasting a very comfortable victory for Liverpool, with fatigued and devastated Arsenal set to be swatted aside at Anfield on Sunday: Liverpool 3-0 Arsenal.
Liverpool vs Arsenal FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Liverpool vs Arsenal on TV
Liverpool vs Arsenal will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Sky Sports Main Event, Premier League & Ultra HD.
- USA: NBC, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, fuboTV & Peacock
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
How to watch Liverpool vs Arsenal on live stream
Liverpool vs Arsenal will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: SkyGo & NOW TV
- USA: NBC.com, fuboTV, Peacock & Telemundo
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Liverpool vs Arsenal?
Liverpool vs Arsenal takes place on Sunday 11 May 2025, with kick off at 16:30 (BST), 11:30 (EDT) & 8:30 (PDT).