Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Arsenal will give newly crowned Premier League champions Liverpool a guard of honour when the two sides meet at Anfield on Sunday.
Liverpool secured the title two weeks ago with a dominant 5-1 victory over Tottenham, opening up a 15-point lead over second-placed Arsenal. As is tradition, the champions will be honored by their opponents in their remaining fixtures.
Arteta acknowledged Liverpool’s superiority this season, stating, “They deserve it. They have been the better team, they have been the most consistent. That is the sport, when somebody is better then you have to applaud and accept and try to reach that level”.
The Arsenal manager also emphasized that the gesture should serve as motivation for his players to improve next season. Despite competing for the title, Arsenal fell short in the final stretch, and Arteta hopes the experience will drive his squad to greater success in the future.
Liverpool previously received a guard of honour from Chelsea at Stamford Bridge last weekend, and now Arsenal will follow suit at Anfield. The match will be a significant moment for both teams, with Liverpool celebrating their triumph and Arsenal looking to secure a strong finish to the campaign.
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Liverpool performance and stats
Liverpool is currently 1st in the Premier League with 82 points.
In the last 35 games, it has won 25 times, drew 7 times, and lost 3 times. In its last match, Liverpool lost 3-1 against Chelsea.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 81 goals and conceding 35.
Liverpool will play the next match in Premier League against Arsenal on Sunday 11th of May in Liverpool. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.
Arsenal performance and stats
Arsenal is currently 2nd in the Premier League with 67 points.
In the last 35 games, it has won 18 times, drew 13 times, and lost 4 times. In its last match, Arsenal lost 1-2 against AFC Bournemouth.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 64 goals and conceding 31.
Arsenal will play the next match in Premier League against Liverpool on Sunday 11th of May in Liverpool. The prediction is Liverpool winning the match.
