English Premier League heavyweights, Liverpool and Arsenal, are set to face off in an intriguing pre-season friendly at Lincoln Financial Field on Wednesday, July 31.
As part of their American tour, both teams aim to fine-tune their squads ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.
Liverpool Seek Momentum Under New Management | Reds to Win: 2.55
Liverpool have experienced mixed results in their pre-season fixtures so far, with a win and a loss in their two outings. The team is adjusting to life under new manager Arne Slot, who has taken the helm following Jurgen Klopp’s departure.
Slot's tenure began with a narrow 1-0 defeat to Preston North End, but the Reds bounced back with a 1-0 victory over Real Betis, showcasing a possession-dominant style.
Liverpool are navigating a transitional phase under Slot, who is known for his impressive stint at Feyenoord. Despite a challenging start, the team’s recent win against Betis indicates progress in adapting to Slot’s tactics.
Arsenal Focused on Building Consistency | Gunners to Win: 2.55
Arsenal's pre-season journey has been steady, with a draw and a win in their two matches. Mikel Arteta’s side is determined to sharpen their performance, having narrowly missed out on the Premier League title in the past two seasons.
The Gunners’ pre-season includes a 1-1 draw with Bournemouth, followed by a comeback 2-1 victory over Manchester United. Arteta’s men are gearing up for a challenging season, aiming to end Manchester City’s dominance in the Premier League.
The upcoming friendly against Liverpool is a crucial part of their preparation, with tough fixtures against Bayer Leverkusen and Lyon on the horizon.
Key Players & Team News:
Liverpool will be without several regulars who are still on international duty. Only Andrew Robertson, Diogo Jota, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Vitezslav Jaros have returned.
Curtis Jones is unlikely to feature due to an injury, potentially leaving a midfield of Wataru Endo, Tyler Morton, and Szoboszlai. The defensive line will be a mix of youth and experience, with players like Caoimhin Kelleher and Kostas Tsimikas expected to start.
Arsenal also face similar challenges with many of their stars unavailable. Players like Declan Rice, Aaron Ramsdale, Bukayo Saka, and William Saliba are absent.
However, Gabriel Magalhaes, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Martinelli, who joined the squad on July 25, are likely to play significant roles. Young talent Ethan Nwaneri has impressed in previous friendlies and will be eager to continue his good form.
Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw: 3.50
Historically, Liverpool and Arsenal have produced close encounters as indicated by the equal win odds. Last season saw a win, a loss, and a draw between them, indicating a balanced matchup. | Specials Market: Home/Away & Over 2.5= 1.90
Liverpool are unbeaten in four (4) of their last five games in all competitions, having won three (3), lost one (1), and drew one (1). Liverpool are also unbeaten against Arsenal in their two (2) games as the home team. | Specials Market: Home/Draw & Over 2.5 = 2.70
Arsenal have not only won their last five (5) games in all competitions but the Gunners have also won three (3) of their last five (5) games against Liverpool. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 2.5 = 2.70
You can check out the Liverpool vs Arsenal friendly on MSport here.
