Earlier this evening, Arsenal hosted Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium, aiming to secure a home victory in the Premier League. The Gunners started the match strongly but found themselves tied 0-0 at halftime.
In the second half, Mikel Arteta’s side struggled to maintain their momentum, ultimately finishing the match with a disappointing 0-0 draw.
Advertisement
Here’s a rundown of how each Arsenal player performed during their encounter with the Reds.
Raya had a quiet game, ending with no saves to make and maintaining a straightforward clean sheet.
RB: Jurrien Timber – 7/10
Timber effectively cleared threats and made a notable run with the ball.
CB: William Saliba – 6.5/10
Saliba was solid defensively, making crucial clearances while being comfortable on the ball.
CB: Gabriel – 7/10
He was a defensive cornerstone and also posed a danger during attacking set pieces.
LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 08: Piero Hincapie of Arsenal goes down injured during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 08, 2026, in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
Advertisement
LB: Piero Hincapie – 6.5/10
Hincapie won back possession on two occasions, although he struggled with his impact going forward.
CM: Martin Odegaard – 6.5/10
Odegaard reclaimed the ball once and created one good opportunity in the opposing half.
CM: Martin Zubimendi – 7/10
Zubimendi effectively anchored the midfield but found it challenging to contribute in the attacking third.
CM: Declan Rice – 7/10
Rice was active defensively and provided energy on the ball.
RW: Bukayo Saka – 6.5/10
Saka was a real threat in the first half, but he couldn’t convert his chances into goals.
ST: Viktor Gyokeres – 6/10
Gyokeres created one promising opportunity but never truly looked like scoring.
Advertisement
LW: Leandro Trossard – 6.5/10
Trossard had some bright moments throughout the match but failed to find the net.
Substitutes:
LB: Myles Lewis-Skelly – 6.5/10
Lewis-Skelly provided solid defensive support after coming on.
ST: Gabriel Jesus – 6/10
Jesus had minimal influence on the game.
LW: Gabriel Martinelli – 6/10
Martinelli struggled with his finishing in the final third.
RW: Noni Madueke – 6.5/10
Madueke showcased his pace effectively at times on the right wing.
CM: Eberechi Eze – 6/10