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In a thrilling encounter during Matchweek 9 of the 2024/2025 Premier League, Arsenal and Liverpool battled to a 2-2 draw at the Emirates Stadium. The match was filled with exciting moments from both teams, but ultimately, neither side could claim victory.
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From the outset, Liverpool showcased their attacking intent, but it was Arsenal that struck first. In the 9th minute, Ben White played a long ball from the defensive half, allowing Saka to evade the offside trap and get past Robertson before firing a shot into the top corner, putting Arsenal ahead 1-0. Despite taking the lead, Arsenal struggled to maintain control of the match. Just nine minutes later, Liverpool equalized 1-1 when Virgil van Dijk headed in from close range following a corner kick from Alexander-Arnold.
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Both teams continued to maintain the tension on the pitch, but in the 43rd minute, Arsenal regained the lead. Declan Rice delivered a free kick into the box, and Merino capitalized with a powerful header to make it 2-1 for the Gunners just before halftime.
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In the second half, Liverpool pushed forward in search of an equalizer, and their efforts paid off. In the 81st minute, Alexander-Arnold launched a counterattack, finding Núñez down the right flank, who then crossed for Salah to tap in from close range, leveling the score at 2-2. Although both teams had further dangerous opportunities, including a disallowed goal from Kai Havertz in the 90th minute for offside, the match ended in a stalemate.
This draw keeps both Arsenal and Liverpool in the hunt for a top-four finish, but it also highlights that both teams need to improve their finishing when facing strong opponents.
