Liverpool relied on defensive solidity and the woodwork to earn a goalless draw at the Emirates, keeping their unbeaten streak alive while frustrating Arsenal’s title ambitions.
In a cagey affair at the Emirates, the reigning champions Liverpool secured a hard-fought 0-0 draw against league leaders Arsenal, extending their impressive unbeaten run to ten matches.
While the Gunners initially appeared the more threatening side, the Reds gradually asserted control in the second half, though both teams ultimately lacked the clinical edge required to break the stalemate.
Liverpool Player Ratings vs Arsenal
Alisson – 7
The Brazilian shot-stopper banished the ghosts of previous difficult visits to North London with a composed clean sheet. He was called into action early to thwart efforts from Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice and remained sharp in the closing stages to deny late surges from Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli.
Conor Bradley – 7
The young right-back was inches away from a spectacular opener when his audacious 25-yard lob rattled the crossbar. Beyond his offensive contribution, he was disciplined defensively until a distressing injury in stoppage time saw him forced off the field on a stretcher.
Ibrahima Konate – 8
Konate was a pillar of strength at the heart of the defense, remaining unfazed by Arsenal’s high press and dominating his individual duels. His physical presence was vital in the dying moments, though he did earn a booking during a late-game confrontation.
Virgil van Dijk – 8
The captain delivered an authoritative performance, marshaling the backline with his trademark composure and air supremacy. His leadership was fundamental in neutralizing Arsenal’s attacking threats and securing a vital shutout against the title favorites.
Milos Kerkez – 7
After a testing start against Saka, the left-back grew in confidence and effectively shackled the England winger in the second half. While one of his crosses on the break went awry, his defensive persistence and a crucial block before the interval proved invaluable.
Ryan Gravenberch – 7
Tasked with a specific man-marking job on Declan Rice, the midfielder excelled in his defensive duties, winning several key duels during Arsenal’s periods of dominance. He transitioned well into the second half, providing the creative spark for several Liverpool attacks.
Alexis Mac Allister – 6
Following a shaky opening where he was bypassed by Saka and misplaced several passes, the Argentine stabilized his play significantly. As the match progressed, he became a central figure in Liverpool’s midfield control during the second forty-five minutes.
Jeremie Frimpong – 5
Despite being Liverpool’s most direct threat due to his blistering pace, Frimpong was let down by poor decision-making in the final third. He notably missed a golden opportunity to set up Florian Wirtz and struggled to make his numerical advantage count in key transitions.
Dominik Szoboszlai – 6
Operating in various pockets of space, the Hungarian was heavily involved in the second-half buildup but struggled to find his range. He had several sights of goal from free-kicks and open play, but none truly tested David Raya in the Arsenal goal.
Cody Gakpo – 6
Returning to his familiar left-wing role, Gakpo spent much of the evening contributing to the team’s defensive structure. While he provided solid hold-up play, he was unable to carve out significant openings, with one of his more promising attacks ending in a poor pass.
Florian Wirtz – 5
Used as a “false nine,” Wirtz struggled to influence the game consistently, often finding himself isolated. Aside from one skillful dribble that led to a dismissed penalty shout, the German playmaker was largely kept quiet by the Arsenal center-backs.