CB: Gabriel —Given Liverpool’s inability to defend set pieces, Gabriel will be licking his lips ahead of Thursday’s duel. He’s scored in successive games since his return to the team and will be the target of Arsenal corners, free kicks and long throws.

Arsenal travel to Bournemouth to open their 2026 schedule. The Gunners sit atop the Premier League table, four points clear of Manchester City after Pep Guardiola’s side dropped points against Sunderland.

Arsenal eased past Premier League title rivals Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium today. Gabriel bundled in from a corner then Martin Zubimendi poked it into the bottom-right corner. Leandro Trossard lashed in from the edge of the box before Gabriel Jesus curled it home coolly.

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Arsenal were held to a late draw by Sunderland in their recent Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light, conceding an equaliser in added time. The result highlighted the growing challenge posed by Sunderland when playing at home, with the Black Cats ...

His comments highlight how results in major league matches can shape belief across multiple competitions. For Liverpool, a win would reinforce their credentials despite recent inconsistency. For Arsenal, victory would further strengthen their position at the summit and underline their determination to turn promise into a title-winning campaign.

Arsenal Women have completed the signing of defender Smilla Holmberg from Swedish side Hammarby IF. The 19-year-old right-back, who will wear the number 31 shirt at Arsenal, has signed a long-term contract with the north London side.

Fantasy clues and fitness whispers before Arsenal testLiverpool supporters have become adept at scanning every detail for meaning this season, and this latest subplot fits neatly into that pattern.