Arsenal vs Liverpool preview: What time does it start and where can I watch it live?

A look ahead to the Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium

Joe Miles
Saturday 13 August 2016 18:33 BST
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Klopp and Wenger will renew acquaintances at the Emirates
Klopp and Wenger will renew acquaintances at the Emirates (Getty)

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It’s a big game for…

Granit Xhaka: Following a traditionally quiet transfer market for Arsenal, Xhaka remains the most exciting prospect to join the Gunners this summer.

But with great reputation comes great responsibility, so the pressure will be on and he will be set to excite on his Premier League debut.

Best stat…

Liverpool vs Arsenal has seen more hat-tricks than any other fixture in Premier League history.

Remember when…

A masterclass from Aaron Ramsey against Liverpool in 2013. A prime example of skill and confidence fused into one strike – truly impressive.

Player to watch…

Sadio Mane: The former Southampton winger signed for Liverpool earlier this summer and is set to make an appearance at the Emirates.

He has to justify his £30m fee, but he could be exactly the player that Liverpool need to complete their puzzle.

Past three-meetings…

Liverpool 3 (Firmino 2, Allen) Arsenal 3 (Ramsey, Giroud 2), Premier League, 13 January

Arsenal 0 Liverpool 0, Premier League, 24 August

Arsenal 4 (Bellerin, Ozil, Sanchez, Giroud) Liverpool 1 (Henderson), Premier League, 4 April 2015

Form guide…

Arsenal: WDWDWW

Liverpool: DDLLWW

Vital information…

Kick-off time: 4.00pm

TV: Live on Sky Sports 1

Odds…

Arsenal to win: 7/5

Liverpool to win: 21/20

Draw: 5/2

(Odds provided by BetVictor)

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