Arsenal v Liverpool Prediction, Preview & Odds – FA Cup Third Round

We have an Arsenal v Liverpool prediction for you plus a breakdown of the betting odds, team news and matchups ahead of this FA Cup game.

Arsenal come into this match on the back of two league defeats in a row over the Christmas period losing 2-1 against Fulham and 0-2 against West Ham. However, they’ve had a solid record in the FA Cup in recent years.

Liverpool in contrast to Arsenal have won their last two league games, 4-2 against Newcastle and 0-2 against Burnley. Following a poor season last year they look likely to return to fighting on all fronts this season.

How To Watch Arsenal v Liverpool

When is Arsenal v Liverpool?

Arsenal v Liverpool will take place on Sunday, January 7th at 4.30 pm in the FA Cup’s evening kick-off.

TV Channel

The FA Cup Third Round clash of Arsenal v Liverpool will be broadcast on BBC One. Pre-game coverage for the game will begin at 4 pm.

Live Stream

UK viewers can live stream the game on BBC iPlayer.

Where is Arsenal v Liverpool Being Played?

Arsenal are at home so this fixture will be played at their home ground, The Emirates Stadium in London, England.

Arsenal v Liverpool Odds

Arsenal are the favourites for this FA Cup clash at odds of 10/11 according to the latest football betting odds at BoyleSports.

Liverpool find themselves in the unusual position of being underdogs and can be backed at 12/5 to beat Arsenal and continue their strong form.

The draw is priced up at 11/4.

Handicap Betting

Arsenal: -1 @ 12/5

Liverpool +1 @ 4/5

Handicap Draw -1 @ 14/5

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Arsenal v Liverpool Preview

Arsenal’s Form

Arsenal come into this match on the back of two league defeats in a row over the Christmas period. Those losses came against fellow London sides Fulham, 2-1, and 0-2 against West Ham. Those defeats mean they have fallen from 1st to 4th place in the league, level on points with Man City, two behind Aston Villa and five behind the opposition on Sunday Liverpool.

Despite their latest league losses, The Gunners have had a solid record in the FA Cup in recent years which should see them come into this game with confidence. Having essentially abandoned the cup competitions in favour of the league assault last year, they are likely to prioritise the FA Cup this season.

If the North Londoners can win the FA Cup this season it would put them further clear of Manchester United’s 12 titles with what would be their 15th success in the competition.

Arsenal’s Last Five Results

Fulham 2-1 Arsenal | December 31st | Loss

Arsenal 0-2 West Ham | December 28th | Loss

Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal | December 23rd | Draw

Arsenal 2-0 Brighton | December 17th | Win

PSV 1-1 Arsenal | December 12th | Draw

1 Win, 2 Draws, 2 Losses

Liverpool’s Form

Liverpool, in contrast to Arsenal, have won their last 2 league games. Most recently they beat Newcastle 4-2 and prior to that disposed of Burnley 0-2. Those victories mean they lead the league 20 games into the season and are 3 points clear of 2nd placed Aston Villa. Following a poor season last year Jurgen Klopp’s side look likely to return to fighting on all fronts this season.

If Liverpool were to win the FA Cup it would be their 2nd FA Cup title in 3 seasons and they would go clear of Chelsea and Tottenham with 9 FA Cups to their name. That would leave The Reds only trailing Manchester United (12) and Arsenal (14) for most FA Cup victories.

Liverpool look back to their brilliant best and their dominant performance last weekend against Newcastle, shows they can pick a part of any team on their day.

Liverpool’s Last Five Results

Liverpool 4-2 Newcastle | January 1st | Win

Burnley 0-2 Liverpool | December 26th | Win

Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal | December 23rd | Draw

Liverpool 5-1 West Ham | December 20th | Win

Man United 0-0 Liverpool | December 17th | Draw

3 Wins and 2 Draws

Arsenal v Liverpool Weather Forecast

Perfect conditions for football are expected on Sunday with the temperature expected to be roughly 4 degrees with no rain forecasted.

Arsenal v Liverpool Predicted Lineups

Arsenal Predicted Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

GK: Raya

RB: Tomiyasu, CB: Saliba, CB: Gabriel, LB: Kiwior

RM: Odegaard, CM: Jorginho, LM: Rice

RW: Saka, CF: Jesus, LW: Martinelli

Liverpool Predicted Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

GK: Alisson

RB: Trent, CB: Konaté, CB: Van Dijk, LB: Gomez

RCM: Szoboszlai, CM: Jones, LCM; Endo

RW: Salah, CF: Nunez, LW: Jota

Liverpool v Arsenal Head-To-Head Results & Stats

All-Time Head-To-Head Record

Arsenal wins: 82

Liverpool wins: 94

Draws: 64

Head-To-Head Results Last Five Matches

Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal | Premier League| December 23rd, 2023

Liverpool 2-2 Arsenal | Premier League| April 9th, 2023

Arsenal 3-2 Liverpool | Premier League | October 9th, 2023

Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool | Premier League | March 16th, 2022

Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool | League Cup | January 20th, 2022

Betting Trends

Goals

Coming into this game, between both teams there has been an average of 3 goals per match this season in the FA Cup which is less than the competition average of 3.5 goals per game.

In historic matches, 85% have Over 1.5 Goals, 50% have Over 2.5 Goals and 55% have had BTTS.

Cards

Between both sides, they average 3 cards per match which is lower than the competition average of 3.66 cards per match.

Corners

The sides average 12.89 corners per match between them which is considerably more than the competition average of 10.19 corners per match.

Scoring Patterns

Arsenal’s most busy period comes from the 46th to the 60th minute, scoring 8 goals and conceding 7 goals in that period.

Liverpool’s most busy period comes in the last fifteen minutes where they’ve scored 16 goals and conceded 5.

Key Players To Watch

Bukayo Saka – Arsenal

World-class Saka, 22, has been going from strength to strength in these last two seasons and is now integral to everything good about Arsenal. From 26 matches in all competitions this season he has scored 9 goals and provided 12 assists.

Having not gotten on the scoresheet in their previous encounter, Saka will be well up for this one to show he is the best winger in the Premier League now and take that title from Mo Salah.

Mo Salah – Liverpool

The “Egyptian King” has made rubbish of any claims that he might be slowing down this season with 18 Goals and 9 Assists from 27 Matches in all competitions.

Salah was at his brilliant best against Newcastle last weekend scoring a brace and providing one assist in their 4-2 victory. As a result, he will be going into this game high in confidence along with knowing that he scored the last time these sides met up a couple of weeks ago in a 1-1 draw at Anfield.

Arsenal v Liverpool Prediction & Best Bet

Prediction: Arsenal 1-2 Liverpool

Arsenal are coming off two league defeats but this competition has always been something they’ve enjoyed and home advantage could be exactly what they need to turn the tide after their 1-1 draw in Anfield in December.

Liverpool look back to their brilliant best and their dominant victory over Newcastle last weekend shows their silverware contentions this season are strong.

Statistically, it’s very difficult to separate either side but I do think Arsenal have stuttered recently while Liverpool are growing in confidence.

Liverpool to edge it.

Best Bet: Over 2.5 Goals and Liverpool Win @ 15/4

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