His comments highlight how results in major league matches can shape belief across multiple competitions. For Liverpool, a win would reinforce their credentials despite recent inconsistency. For Arsenal, victory would further strengthen their position at the summit and underline their determination to turn promise into a title-winning campaign.

Thursday's match between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium kicks off at 3 p.m. ET. Hearing his Liverpool team branded as dull and boring is "hard to hear,"says manager Arne Slot although the Dutchman says he cannot completely disagree with the criticism.

Liverpool labored to a 2-1 win against Wolves at Anfield on Saturday, as Florian Wirtz bagged his first goal for Liverpool and it turned out to be the winner. Ryan Gravenberch gave Liverpool a deserved lead just before half time and just over a minute later Wirtz made it 2-0 amid huge celebrations at Anfield.

Florian Wirtz finally scored his first goal for Liverpool as he orchestrated what turned into a less-than-comfortable 2-1 Premier League win over bottom side Wolves.

Three points matters most for a Liverpool side that struggled mightily in the autumn, but these Reds can do better.

For that reason, Virgil van Dijk (7.58) and Ibrahima Konate (7.58) were only just behind Alisson. It was “another strong step in the right direction” for Konate, according to the Echo ‘s Ian Doyle, as his improved form continues.