When the fixtures were announced at the beginning of the season, not many Arsenal supporters would have thought that they'd head into their game against Liverpool on Sunday, October 9 as favourites.. The Gunners are only marginal favourites with most bookmakers, but the fact they are currently 11 points clear of Liverpool highlights the gulf in their current performances.
Arsenal have started the season in sensational form, whereas Liverpool have performed well below expectations, winning just two of their opening seven league matches - which were against Newcastle United and Bournemouth. The Gunners have won just one of their last 14 league games against Liverpool, but Sunday's clash seems like the perfect opportunity to end that hoodoo.
Ian Wright believes Arsenal can take advantage of Liverpool's lack of confidence and shaky defence, which has kept just two clean sheets this season. The former Gunners striker says Arsenal have to beat Liverpool if they are 'serious' about pushing Manchester City this season.
