
The Premier League showdown between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield on Sunday, August 31, 2025 (16:30 BST), is one of the standout fixtures of the early season. Both sides boast perfect starts, but only one can maintain their 100% record. Liverpool, under Arne Slot, bring attacking flair and home dominance, while Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal arrive with injury concerns but title ambitions. With Anfield’s fierce atmosphere and two in-form sides clashing, this Liverpool vs Arsenal Betting Preview points to goals, drama, and fine betting opportunities in one of football‘s great rivalries.
Match Breakdown – Liverpool vs Arsenal Premier League
Liverpool Form
- Beat Bournemouth 4-2 on opening weekend (2.3 xG created).
- Followed up with a 2-0 win away at Newcastle, keeping a clean sheet.
- Averaging 3 goals scored and 1 conceded per match.
- Unbeaten in last 12 Premier League home games.
Arsenal Form
- Thrashed Leeds 5-0 on MD1, creating 2.8 xG.
- Narrow 1-0 win at Everton showed resilience despite injuries.
- Finished runners-up last season, but away form (W9-D5-L5) was inconsistent.
- Style: possession-heavy (58% average).
Head-to-Head Record
- Liverpool lead with 89 wins to Arsenal’s 81 in 235 meetings (65 draws).
- Average goals per game: 3.34.
- At Anfield, Liverpool unbeaten in last 8 vs Arsenal (W5, D3).
- Last meeting: 2-2 draw in April 2024.
- BTTS landed in 6 of last 10 H2H matches.
Injuries & Team News – Liverpool vs Arsenal Premier League
Liverpool:
- Out: Jeremie Frimpong, Stefan Bajcetic.
- Doubtful: Alexis Mac Allister, Conor Bradley.
- Probable: Virgil van Dijk (illness).
Arsenal:
- Possible returns: Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz.
- Out: Gabriel Jesus (knee).
- Doubtful: Ben White, Christian Norgaard.
Lineups will be crucial—Arsenal’s creativity could be hit if Saka and Odegaard miss out.
Key Players to Watch – Liverpool vs Arsenal Premier League
Liverpool
- Mohamed Salah – 2 goals, 1 assist already; +120 anytime scorer.
- Luis Diaz – Speed on the break, +200 anytime scorer.
- Dominik Szoboszlai – Creative hub, +250 goal / +180 assist.
Arsenal
- Bukayo Saka – 16 goals, 9 assists last season; +180 anytime scorer.
- Martin Odegaard – 8 goals, 10 assists; +220 goal / +150 assist.
- Declan Rice – Midfield general, +300 anytime scorer.
Betting Markets and Odds – Liverpool vs Arsenal Premier League
Please note that odds are subject to change, so check Tobibet for updates before placing your bets.
1X2 (Match Result)
Outcome | Avg Odds | Best Odds | Probability |
---|---|---|---|
Liverpool Win | +110 | +111 (Pinnacle) | 45–48% |
Draw | +260 | +252 (Pinnacle) | 26–28% |
Arsenal Win | +250 | +254 (Various) | 26–28% |
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
Outcome | Avg Odds | Best Odds | Probability |
---|---|---|---|
Over 2.5 | -130 | -125 | 55–56% |
Under 2.5 | +110 | +105 | 48–49% |
Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
Outcome | Avg Odds | Best Odds | Probability |
---|---|---|---|
Yes | -140 | -135 | 57–58% |
No | +115 | +110 | 46–48% |
Asian Handicap
Market | Odds |
---|---|
Liverpool -0.5 | +110 |
Arsenal +0.5 | -125 |
Liverpool -1 | +250 |
Arsenal +1 | -300 |
Specials & Props
- Salah Anytime Goalscorer: +120
- Luis Diaz Anytime: +200
- Saka Anytime: +180
- Corners Over 10.5: -110
- Cards Over 4.5: +150
- Liverpool Win & BTTS Yes: +350
- Liverpool Clean Sheet: +250
Tactical & Game Flow – Liverpool vs Arsenal Premier League
- Liverpool will push full-backs high, aiming to overload Arsenal’s wide areas.
- Arsenal’s midfield control (Rice, possibly Odegaard) will dictate tempo.
- Early intensity likely; goals expected in both halves.
- If Arsenal start Saka & Odegaard, BTTS grows stronger; without them, unders may come into play.
Prediction & Betting Tips – Liverpool vs Arsenal Premier League
Predicted Score: Liverpool 2-1 Arsenal
Best Bets:
- Liverpool Win (+110)
- BTTS Yes (-140)
- Salah Anytime (+120)
- Liverpool Win & BTTS Yes (+350)
Value Plays:
- Draw (+260) – strong H2H trend of tight games.
- Over 10.5 Corners (-110).