Liverpool and Arsenal played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Premier League, with both teams earning a point in an exciting encounter at Anfield.
First-Half Dominance: Liverpool Takes Early Lead
The Reds started strong, taking a 2-0 lead in the first half. Cody Gakpo scored in the 20th minute, followed by Luis Díaz adding another just a minute later in the 21st minute.
Arsenal’s Comeback: Martinelli and Merino Level the Score
In the second half, Arsenal responded with a strong comeback:
- Gabriel Martinelli scored in the 47th minute to give Arsenal hope.
- Mikel Merino leveled the score in the 70th minute, making it 2-2.
However, the game took a dramatic turn when Merino was shown a red card in the 79th minute, reducing Arsenal to 10 men.
Despite playing with a man down, Arsenal managed to hold on for a hard-fought draw.
The Standing: Liverpool Maintain Lead
With the draw, Liverpool remain at the top of the Premier League with 83 points from 36 matches. Arsenal, in second place, now have 68 points from the same number of games.
