Liverpool Hosts Arsenal After Crown Victory in Premier League

LIVERPOOL, England — Liverpool will return to Anfield this Sunday to host Arsenal, fresh off their Premier League title victory. The Reds clinched the title against the Gunners two weeks ago and now welcome their rivals in what is now a match of lesser consequence.

After suffering a 3-1 defeat to Chelsea last weekend, Liverpool’s manager Arne Slot is eager to have his players bounce back against Arsenal. Slot made six changes to his starting lineup for the Chelsea match but plans to field a more familiar XI against the Gunners. “We need to show our quality and regain our rhythm,” he stated.

Goalkeeper Alisson Becker is expecting a busy afternoon, especially after conceding three goals last week. Slot confirmed that Conor Bradley will start at right-back in place of Trent Alexander-Arnold. Ibrahima Konaté will also return to bolster Liverpool’s defense, which struggled against Chelsea.

This match marks a significant milestone for Andy Robertson, who will make his 250th league appearance for Liverpool. He will face Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka, hoping to perform well against one of the league’s top players. In midfield, Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister return to the lineup, bringing much-needed creativity.

Mohamed Salah, with an impressive tally of 46 goals and assists this season, is aiming to reach the 50-mark in the remaining matches. Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo will support him on the attack, while Luis Díaz will take the central striker role, replacing Diogo Jota, who has shown a dip in form recently.

Arsenal comes to Anfield looking to salvage their season. Mikel Arteta’s team has struggled domestically and aims to finish strong to secure a top-five spot. Arteta expressed the need for his players to bring their best against Liverpool and avoid further disappointment after their recent performance against Paris Saint-Germain.

Kicking off on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at 16:30 BST, this matchup has significant implications for both teams, even if Liverpool has already claimed the title. The Gunners will aim to set a positive tone for next season, while the Reds look to keep the celebrations going in front of their home fans.