Arsenal vs Liverpool Prediction 08.01.2026 | Premier League

Arsenal are soaring at the top of the Premier League, currently leading the pack with an impressive 48 points from 20 matches, carving out a comfortable six-point cushion over closest rivals Manchester City.

The Gunners’ recent form has been nothing short of spectacular, highlighted by a seven-game winning streak across all competitions, including five victories in the English top flight, with the latest being a thrilling five-goal triumph on the road against Bournemouth.

Back at their Emirates Stadium fortress, Arsenal radiate confidence and energy, maintaining an almost flawless record at home with nine wins and a single draw from 10 league fixtures, delighting their loyal supporters week after week.

In terms of squad availability, Mikel Arteta has a fairly settled roster, although defensive duo Cristhian Mosquera and Riccardo Calafiori are sidelined through injury, while rising star Max Dowman remains a significant doubt ahead of the clash.

After clinching their 20th national title last season, Liverpool’s title defense has stumbled badly, with inconsistent performances leaving a trail of dropped points and pushing their championship hopes well out of reach.

With a modest return of just 34 points from 20 games, the Reds find themselves a hefty 14 points adrift of league leaders Arsenal, a gap they will be desperate to close, though their primary focus remains securing a Champions League qualification spot.

Arne Slot’s side, meanwhile, heads into a stern league test in confident form, boasting an unbeaten run of nine games across all competitions (W5 D4). Yet a goalless draw at Leeds and a lively four-goal stalemate against Fulham in their last two Premier League outings raise red flags ahead of their Emirates visit.

Squad depth will be put under severe scrutiny, with Mohamed Salah notably absent on international duty with Egypt at AFCON, while key forwards Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike remain doubts following recent injuries.