When Liverpool faltered earlier this year, Arsenal picked up steam. They went on a run that led to them grabbing first place in the Premier League, a spot they have not relinquished over the past couple of months. The Gunners are riding a five-match win streak in league play, having won seven matches overall dating back to last month.

Arsenal and Liverpool joined the host of big boys to drop points at midweek, as Mikel Arteta's men failed to grow their table lead via a 0-0 draw at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday.

Arsenal has missed a chance to pull eight points clear in the Premier League after being stifled in a 0-0 home draw with Liverpool.

Liverpool are without Mo Salah, who is away at AFCON. Alexander Isak is out for a couple months after needing surgery to repair a fractured fibula. Wataru Endo is a long-term absentee as well. Hugo Ekitike misses out with a minor hamstring problem.

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.

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