Arsenal secured a critical 1-1 draw against Liverpool at Anfield, ensuring they will top the Premier League standings at Christmas.
Mikel Arteta’s team took an early lead through Gabriel Magalhaes, only for Mohamed Salah to equalize for Liverpool.
The match showcased the title credentials of both teams, with Arsenal leading the title race by one point. The draw was a boon for chasing teams such as Aston Villa, Tottenham, and Manchester City.
Despite Liverpool’s 11-game unbeaten streak against Arsenal at Anfield, the result added to their recent frustrations, following a goalless draw against Manchester United.
Both teams were left with a sense of missed opportunity, and Jurgen Klopp had urged for a more intense Anfield atmosphere, which Arteta acknowledged as a formidable challenge.
Despite the setback, Arsenal displayed composure, seizing an early lead and withstanding relentless pressure from Liverpool in the second half to secure a valuable point on their title pursuit.