Liverpool v Arsenal preview
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Liverpool and Arsenal kick the weekend off with a crucial meeting in the race for third place..
Arsene Wenger has already masterminded a 3-0 win over The Reds in the reverse fixture at Emirates Stadium, but more impressive were two cup wins in the space of three days at Anfield in January.
The 3-1 FA Cup win was even overshadowed by a memorable 6-3 victory in the Carling Cup, and the Londoners will be hoping to make it a remarkable hat-trick on Merseyside on Saturday.
The last time Arsenal won three times in a row at Anfield, Lord Lucan had just disappeared, and Liverpool's hopes of finishing next in line to Chelsea and Manchester United are also likely to do a vanishing act if they fail to prevent a repeat.
Perhaps a change in ownership will spark a change in fortunes, as Saturday's meeting is the first game since American businessmen Tom Hicks and George Gillett completed their takeover at Anfield.
A victory would take The Reds two points ahead of Arsenal, although the capital club would still enjoy a game in hand.
Gunners boss Wenger has welcomed the return of Emmanuel Adebayor as the Togolese striker has completed a four-game suspension following his role in the Carling Cup final brawl.
Starting alongside Adebayor could be Julio Baptista, and the Brazilian is sure to relish a return to Anfield after his four-goal haul in January.
Thierry Henry (groin and stomach), Robin van Persie (metatarsal) and Theo Walcott (shoulder) are all expected to miss the rest of the season so Arsenal's attacking options appear to be limited.
Conversely, both Gael Clichy (hamstring) and Emmanuel Eboue (ankle) took advantage of the international break to regain fitness so Arsenal's defence will be strengthened.
In midfield, stand-in skipper Gilberto faces a late fitness test as a result of a hip injury, and his possible absence could open the door for young compatriot Denilson or new French international Abou Diaby to play alongside Cesc Fabregas.
Liverpool team news to follow...
my prediction 1-3
Arsenal surely win at Anfield three times in one season, but the race for third could remain finely balanced.
Player to watch: Emmanuel Adebayor -
Originally posted by turbo_drift:
I hope ur prediction is right. I've got a feeling its either a bore draw or either team will win.
[b]Liverpool and Arsenal kick the weekend off with a crucial meeting in the race for third place..
Arsene Wenger has already masterminded a 3-0 win over The Reds in the reverse fixture at Emirates Stadium, but more impressive were two cup wins in the space of three days at Anfield in January.
The 3-1 FA Cup win was even overshadowed by a memorable 6-3 victory in the Carling Cup, and the Londoners will be hoping to make it a remarkable hat-trick on Merseyside on Saturday.
The last time Arsenal won three times in a row at Anfield, Lord Lucan had just disappeared, and Liverpool's hopes of finishing next in line to Chelsea and Manchester United are also likely to do a vanishing act if they fail to prevent a repeat.
Perhaps a change in ownership will spark a change in fortunes, as Saturday's meeting is the first game since American businessmen Tom Hicks and George Gillett completed their takeover at Anfield.
A victory would take The Reds two points ahead of Arsenal, although the capital club would still enjoy a game in hand.
Gunners boss Wenger has welcomed the return of Emmanuel Adebayor as the Togolese striker has completed a four-game suspension following his role in the Carling Cup final brawl.
Starting alongside Adebayor could be Julio Baptista, and the Brazilian is sure to relish a return to Anfield after his four-goal haul in January.
Thierry Henry (groin and stomach), Robin van Persie (metatarsal) and Theo Walcott (shoulder) are all expected to miss the rest of the season so Arsenal's attacking options appear to be limited.
Conversely, both Gael Clichy (hamstring) and Emmanuel Eboue (ankle) took advantage of the international break to regain fitness so Arsenal's defence will be strengthened.
In midfield, stand-in skipper Gilberto faces a late fitness test as a result of a hip injury, and his possible absence could open the door for young compatriot Denilson or new French international Abou Diaby to play alongside Cesc Fabregas.
Liverpool team news to follow...
my prediction 1-3
Arsenal surely win at Anfield three times in one season, but the race for third could remain finely balanced.
Player to watch: Emmanuel Adebayor[/b]
but on positive note,glad to have eboue and clichy back for our fullbacks. -
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Date : 31th March 2007
Day : Saturday
Time : 7.45pm (Sg time)
Venue : Anfield
Live on CH-23 -
Current score:
Liverpool 1
Peter Crouch 4th, 35th
Arsenal 0 -
a while ago, Jamie Carragher missed the chance of scoring..
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Peter Crouch scores again....
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Half-time score:
Liverpool 3
Peter Crouch 4th, 35th
Daniel Agger 60th
Arsenal 0 -
Jens Lehmann was shown a yellow card..
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siao liao...
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why?Originally posted by pervertboi:siao liao... -
Dirk Kuyt replaces Steven Gerrard..
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now lagi siao... 3 kosongOriginally posted by turbo_drift:why? -
Siao liao siao liao.. We must buck up liao..Originally posted by pervertboi:now lagi siao... 3 kosong -
65' Substitution, Arsenal. Fredrik Ljungberg midfielder replaces Julio Baptista.
65' Substitution, Arsenal. Tomas Rosicky midfielder replaces Vasiriki Abou Diaby. -
William Gallas scored for the Gunners..
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Current score:
Liverpool 4
Peter Crouch 4th, 35th,81th
Daniel Agger 60th
Arsenal 1
William Gallas 73rd -
pang kang
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Arsenal tio bombard liao..
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about time to put the 3x loss to rest....
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final score:
Liverpool 4
Peter Crouch 4th, 35th,81th
Daniel Agger 60th
Arsenal 1
William Gallas 73rd -
Atrocious play, lousy close control and generally, I'm very POed.
Wenger has to shift his philosophy next year. Get two wingers in next year.
Next season, play Rosicky behind Henry and have Van Persie and Babel play on the wings. -
Liverpool 2 v Arsenal 0!
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Status wrong..Originally posted by :Liverpool 2 v Arsenal 0!
Liverpool 4 vs Arsenal 1 -
yay 3 for Crouch
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Crouch hat-trick
