Liverpool vs Arsenal Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 11.05.2025

• Date and Time: Sunday, May 11, 2025, 17:30 GMT+1
• Venue: Anfield, Liverpool, England

Liverpool vs Arsenal Preview and Team News 

Liverpool Team News

Liverpool secured the Premier League title two weeks ago, but are not treating Sunday’s match against a struggling Arsenal as a mere celebration. Arne Slot’s men suffered a 3-1 defeat by Chelsea just four days ago, marking their first loss since the title-clinching 5-1 victory over Tottenham.

Before their PL success, Liverpool won the away match against Leicester 1-0 due to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s goal and got a hard win over West Ham at Anfield. In these encounters, it was noticeable that the Reds were fatigued, yet still showed they were top-class and brought crucial points.

AB1 also reached a century of clean sheets for the Reds that day 🧤❤️ https://t.co/aSiL0ymnjp pic.twitter.com/GGcd86l9k5

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 6, 2025

The main news this week for Liverpool is that Trent has officially announced his departure from the club. This means it will be a busy Summer in the transfer market for the club. They currently lack a player who can fully replace Trent in terms of creativity and consistent top-class performance on the right flank.

Regarding team fitness, the only injured player is Joe Gomez. However, it appears that Arne Slot will once again rotate his squad, allowing regular starters to rest. 

Next Up: The champions face Arsenal at Anfield 💪🔴 pic.twitter.com/kD8L3MXg1a

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 6, 2025

In their recent 3-1 defeat by Chelsea, Liverpool fielded an alternate lineup, which lacked the usual intensity and cohesion. However, with the title secured, Slot may opt to reinstate his first-choice players to maintain momentum and end the season on a high.

This makes it difficult to predict the starting lineup that the coach will choose. 

Liverpool predicted lineup vs Arsenal

Liverpool predicted lineup vs Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Quansah, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Jones; Diaz, Elliott, Gakpo; Jota.

Arsenal Team News

Arsenal, by contrast, have watched their possession structure fray in the Premier League. 

They shared a 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace, allowing 1.81 xG in transitions and leaking two goals from their right-back zone. The spiral worsened when Bournemouth’s aggressive man-oriented press stole midfield turnovers and changed a 0-1 deficit into a 2-1 upset.

This team came of age this season.

There’s so much more to come from them ❤️ pic.twitter.com/jjfbFisJoY

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) May 8, 2025

But Arsenal`s main concentration was on the Champions League matches against PSG. Paris Saint-Germain advanced because Luis Enrique solved problems faster than Mikel Arteta. They rode out a furious ten-minute Arsenal onslaught that produced three clear chances and the first of Gianluigi Donnarumma’s five saves. 

PSG inverted their wingers, sucked Arsenal’s press into the half-spaces, and struck twice through Fabián Ruiz and Achraf Hakimi. 

The squad controlled territory for long stretches, accumulated the higher xG total across the tie, and finally broke through via Bukayo Saka. But their hybrid 3-2-5 left them forever exposed to the vertical surges that Paris Saint-Germain executed clearly.

💬 “We have to stick together, to stay strong and learn from it.”

Martin Odegaard is calling for us to stay united following tonight’s Champions League exit 👇

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) May 7, 2025

The second leg in Paris became a lesson in how execution inside both boxes and timeliness in-game tweaks can outweigh the weight of possession or cumulative shot quality.

In the upcoming match against Liverpool, Arsenal’s best route is quick circulation through Partey into Ødegaard. He must open the inside-right corridor before the hosts’ counter-press sets. In their previous fixture at the Emirates, the Gunners’ players pinned the Reds’ attackers and switched early to isolate Robertson. The visitors must replicate that pattern with Saka darting behind the Scot.

Arsenal’s medical briefing painted an anxious picture. Gabriel Magalhães, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Gabriel Jesus are long-term outs. 

Jorginho trained lightly after a lung issue, yet is unlikely to start. By the way, the Italian deep playmaker will sign a three-year contract with Flamengo.

After a challenging game against PSG, Mikel Arteta will probably rest some leading players.

Arsenal predicted lineup vs Liverpool

Arsenal predicted lineup vs Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Raya; White, Saliba, Kiwior, Zinchenko; Odegaard, Partey; Rice, Nwaneri, Merino; Trossard

Liverpool vs Arsenal Prediction 

• Pick: Both teams to score
• Odds: 1.57 (22Bet)
• Score prediction: Liverpool 2-2 Arsenal

Both teams possess potent attacking options and have shown defensive frailties in recent matches. Despite securing the title, Liverpool will want to maintain their dominance at Anfield. Arsenal, fighting for a top-four finish, will be motivated to ensure a positive result. 

Considering the attacking strengths and defensive mistakes of both sides in the previous encounters, a high-scoring draw is a plausible outcome.

Liverpool vs Arsenal Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Over 2 Goals
• Odds: 1.31 (22Bet)

With both teams ranked in the top five for xGA and Arsenal’s last six league fixtures all clearing the 2.0 mark, goals are the logical play.

The visitors’ wide rotations still carry enough menace to breach a Liverpool defence that conceded in four of the last six league matches. Yet, the champions’ superiority in central zones and Anfield’s momentum make a home setback improbable.

Expect a pulsating contest. Liverpool’s sharper pressing edge and set-piece strength may decide the day, but Arsenal’s ball-progression principles guarantee chances at both ends.

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