In a closely fought contest in north London on Sunday, Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory over Arsenal, advancing to the fourth round of the FA Cup.
The match saw Arsenal dominate the first half, with Martin Odegaard coming close to scoring as he hit the crossbar from close range. Despite this, Liverpool had their chances, with Alexander-Arnold also hitting the woodwork late in the half.
Following tactical adjustments by Jurgen Klopp at halftime, Liverpool gained more control of the game. Luis Diaz and substitute Diogo Jota both posed threats, with Diaz forcing Aaron Ramsdale into a crucial save and Jota hitting the bar from a corner.
The breakthrough came when Jakub Kiwior inadvertently headed the ball into his own net from Alexander-Arnold’s free-kick, giving Liverpool the lead with just 10 minutes remaining. The victory was sealed in stoppage time as Diaz unleashed a powerful shot into the top corner, securing the win for Liverpool after a swift counter-attack.
Liverpool’s triumph in the match was marked by strong defensive displays and effective attacking play, ultimately leading to their progression to the next round of the competition.