Dominik Szoboszlai scored a stunning late free kick to give Liverpool a 1-0 win over Arsenal at Anfield, sending the Reds top of the Premier League and strengthening their title credentials.
Szoboszlai decides cagey clash with moment of brilliance
For over an hour, the heavyweight showdown between Liverpool and Arsenal produced more frustration than fireworks. Chances were scarce, with both teams struggling to find attacking rhythm. But with the clock running down, Szoboszlai stepped up from 35 yards and unleashed an unstoppable strike into the top corner, sealing all three points in front of a raucous Anfield crowd.
It was the first goal Arsenal have conceded this season and it ended their unbeaten start. For Liverpool, the victory extended their own flawless run, ensuring Jürgen Klopp’s side head into the international break as league leaders.
Early setback for Arsenal as Saliba forced off
Arsenal suffered a major blow early on when William Saliba was forced off injured following a collision with Hugo Ekitike. The French defender, vital to Mikel Arteta’s system, was replaced by summer signing Cristhian Mosquera. The extent of the injury remains uncertain, but any absence could prove costly for Arsenal’s defensive stability.
Liverpool lack cutting edge before late drama
Liverpool thought they had broken the deadlock when Hugo Ekitike bundled home a rebound after Florian Wirtz’s strike, but the goal was ruled out for offside against Cody Gakpo in the buildup.
David Raya’s mistakes nearly gifted Liverpool opportunities, while Virgil van Dijk surprisingly opted to pass rather than shoot when presented with an open chance. Arsenal, meanwhile, offered little in attack until new signing Eberechi Eze came off the bench to inject some flair.
Still, neither side created much until Szoboszlai’s spectacular free kick lit up the contest.
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