Liverpool and Arsenal name XIs ahead of blockbuster clash

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Fun fact. Today's managers were born just a few miles apart.

Two giants enter the Anfield pitch. It's a match where some of the best players can etch their names into history, whether it be good or bad.

Just under 10 minutes!

Looking at the scoring table, Erling Haaland (nine) leads the way over Liverpool's Alexander Isak (six). Imagine a hat-trick today to level it!

What were you doing at 19?

Rice, Rice, baby.

Two crucial defenders for their respective clubs. Here's how VVD and Gabriel match up.

We're 30 minutes from kick-off. Who do you have coming out on top?

Meanwhile, despite Chelsea sending Manchester United to essentially the relegation zone, Liverpool can leapfrog the Blues with victory today to sit fourth.

In case you missed it yesterday, Manchester City lost to an impressive Brighton performance. That means Arsenal can move into outright first place today with either one or three points.

Some sights from around the grounds.

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Some more numbers for the nerds (us).

Liverpool have only won one of their last eight league matches against Arsenal.

Arsenal are winless in their last 13 away league matches against Liverpool.

Meanwhile, for the visitors, it's Christos Tzolis who gets straight back into the starting selection.

Riccardo Calafiori, Bruno Guimaraes and Noni Madueke also earned the call from Arteta.

Looking at the hosts, Liverpool see Trey Nyoni start as Iraola goes with seven changes from the Carabao Cup win over Chelsea.

Victor Munoz and Dominik Szoboszlai notably return.

Ahead of kick-off, both sides have named their starting line-ups. Let's see who earned the confidence of their managers.

Here's a look at the result the last time Liverpool faced Arsenal.

Looking at the stats, this clash between the Reds and the Gunners is sure to have goals. (We hope we didn't jinx it now).

Today, it's Andoni Iraola against Mikel Arteta. Who do you have coming out on top?

Welcome back to another Sunday of Premier League action! We'll cover every moment with you as all eyes are on Anfield.