Mikel Arteta believed that while the entire team contributed to the draw against Liverpool, he specifically commended three standout players. Despite Arsenal taking an early lead through Gabriel at Anfield, Mohamed Salah equalized after the hosts’ penalty appeals were denied. The match ended in a draw, positioning Arsenal at the top of the table with Liverpool in second place.
Gabriel and his defensive partner William Saliba played a significant role in securing the point, with Declan Rice contributing as Arsenal’s deepest midfielder. Arteta didn’t hold back in praising this trio post-game, highlighting their exceptional performance. He acknowledged their phenomenal display but also emphasized the team’s collective effort, commending how they matched the level set by Liverpool, one of the best performances he’d seen from them that year. Despite the chaotic nature of the game provoked by the crowd, Arteta praised his team’s ability to handle the situation well.
The game saw both teams having their moments, evident from the equal number of shots taken by each side. Ultimately, neither team could clinch a victory, settling for a point each, which left both Arteta and Jurgen Klopp content yet wanting more.
Arteta hailed it as an incredible and intense game, a pinnacle of his two-decade-long experience in the league. He praised the quality and intentions displayed by both teams, crediting his players for their courage, determination, and belief in achieving such a performance.
Looking ahead, Arsenal’s upcoming match against West Ham on December 28 might see Rice starting against his former team, whom he captained to Europa Conference League glory last season. Meanwhile, West Ham, captained by Kurt Zouma, aims for another significant performance after securing consecutive league victories, including a win against Manchester United.
Zouma expressed satisfaction with the recent win and a clean sheet, highlighting the team’s resilience and unity during a challenging period. He credited their solid defensive display and the forward players’ clinical performance for securing the win, emphasizing the team’s positive trajectory and the hope to maintain this momentum.
Arsenal performance and stats
Arsenal is currently 1st in the Premier League with 40 points.
In the last 18 games, it has won 12 times, drawn 4 times, and lost twice. In its last match, Arsenal drawn 1-1 against Liverpool.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 36 goals and conceding 16.
Arsenal will play the next match in Premier League against West Ham United on Thursday 28th of December in London. The prediction is Arsenal winning the match.