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Liverpool next five fixtures compared to Man City and Chelsea after late Premier League title twist
Arsenal are facing an important time of the season, with the games coming thick and fast, as they look to take the initiative in the Premier League title race over their close rivals.
Arsenal have some important matches coming up in the Premier League Marc Atkin
The Emirates Stadium played host to one of the most dramatic games of the Premier League season so far, in an encounter that many associated with Arsenal wouldn’t have expected. The Gunners played host to bottom-of-the-league Wolves, who had picked up just two points before their trip to London.
While many perhaps expected a routine victory, it was anything but that, as Arsenal were made to work for their chances against the visitors. It wasn’t until the 70th minute that the home side took the lead, as Bukayo Saka’s dangerous corner bounced off the post and onto Sam Johnstone for an unfortunate own goal.
Wolves stayed resolute and seemed to get their rewards in the 90th minute, as Tolu Arokodare flicked on an inviting cross into the back of the net. There was plenty of frustration in the air for the Gunners, as it seemed as though two points were going to be dropped.
That was until a slice of fortune fell for Mikel Arteta, as Saka’s cross seemingly flicked off of Gabriel Jesus and onto Yerson Mosquera, who put the ball into the back of the net for the second own goal of the evening. In the end, Arsenal saw the game out, taking the game as a mere warning shot rather than another blow to their Premier League title chances.
It was far from convincing, but the side will be looking to drag themselves through a busy Christmas period and into the new year. So, with that said, here’s a look at Arsenal’s next five fixtures compared to their title rivals in the race at the top of the league.
Arsenal’s next five fixtures
Everton (A) – 20 December – Premier League
Crystal Palace (H) – 23 December – Carabao Cup
Brighton (H) – 27 December – Premier League
Aston Villa (H) – 30 December – Premier League
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Bournemouth (A) – 3 January – Premier League
Arsenal have another busy few weeks ahead which could determine the outcome of their season. Plenty of tough Premier League matches await them, against teams who are all capable of causing some problems if the Gunners aren’t careful.
There is also the challenge of the Carabao Cup awaiting them, with a quarter-final against Crystal Palace just before Christmas. It’s a spell that will truly test the squad to the maximum.
Man City’s next five fixtures
Crystal Palace (A) – 14 December – Premier League
Brentford (H) – 17 December – Carabao Cup
West Ham (H) – 20 December – Premier League
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Nottingham Forest (A) – 27 December – Premier League
Sunderland (A) – 1 January – Premier League
Aston Villa’s next five fixtures
West Ham (A) – 14 December – Premier League
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Man United (H) – 21 December – Premier League
Chelsea (A) – 27 December – Premier League
Arsenal (A) – 30 December – Premier League
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Nottingham Forest (H) – 3 January – Premier League
Chelsea’s next five fixtures
Cardiff (A) – 16 December – Carabao Cup
Newcastle (A) – 20 December – Premier League
GOAL! Liverpool 1-0 Man City (Szoboszlai, 74)
HE’S DONE IT AGAIN!
An absolutely sensational free-kick goal from Dominik Szoboszlai. This one might be even better than the one against Arsenal.
From a central position, around 25 yards out, it’s an absolutely sensational hit which swerves out of reach of Donnarumma, who doesn’t even dive, and slams into the net off the post.
Amazing. And what could that mean for the title race? Arsenal staying nine points clear as it stands.
GOAL! Liverpool 1-0 Man City (Szoboszlai, 74)
HE’S DONE IT AGAIN!
An absolutely sensational free-kick goal from Dominik Szoboszlai. This one might be even better than the one against Arsenal.
From a central position, around 25 yards out, it’s an absolutely sensational hit which swerves out of reach of Donnarumma, who doesn’t even dive, and slams into the net off the post.
Amazing. And what could that mean for the title race? Arsenal staying nine points clear as it stLiverpool vs Man City LIVE! Premier League match updates, news, score, stream and highlights – live on Sky Sports
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Liverpool FC team news vs. Man City: 6 defenders unavailable for Arne Slot
Liverpool have six defenders unavailable for their game against Man City, with Arne Slot‘s hand forced at centre-back and right-back.
Liverpool are down to their bare bones at the back, with six defenders unable to start as the Reds try to keep pace with their top-four competitors in the Premier League.
Liverpool Injury & Absentee List
PlayerInjury TypeStatusExpected ReturnJoe GomezKneeDoubtMan City (H)Jeremie FrimpongGroinUnavailableEarly MarchConor BradleyKnee (Surgery)UnavailablePre-season 2026Giovanni LeoniACL (Surgery)UnavailableNext seasonAlexander IsakFibula FractureUnavailableLate MarchStefan BajceticHamstringRehabLate FebruaryJayden DannsHamstringRehabFebruaryWellity LuckyHamstringUnavailableApril
Joe Gomez‘s fitness is the main talking point ahead of the match at Anfield, given his presence would provide cover at centre-back and full-back.
He didn’t train on Thursday, though, and Slot explained: “We have a little bit of hope that he might train on Saturday.
“So not available to start, but maybe available to help the team if needed during the game because, as you know, there are not that many defenders available at the moment.”
With Giovanni Leoni out until next season, academy defenders Amara Nallo and Wellity Lucky have made the bench in the Premier League a combined five times this season.
The latter is injured, however, so unable to come in against Man City.
Nallo got injured during Tuesday’s UEFA Youth League exit to MSK Zilina, but was named to start for the U21s on Saturday, meaning he will not be available at Anfield.
As for Lucky’s injury, the 20-year-old is set to be sidelined until April due to a hamstring injury sustained in training midway through January.
Also on Liverpool’s list of absentees is right-back Conor Bradley, who will miss the rest of the campaign.
Like Bradley, Jeremie Frimpong is currently injured but his outlook is more positive than his teammate’s.
Slot gave a brief update on the flying Dutchman’s fitness, saying he “will definitely not train this week” due to his ongoing groin problem.
With Nallo featuring at academy level, Liverpool will be without six defensive options against Man City.
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Liverpool’s available squad vs. Man City
Goalkeepers: Alisson, Mamardashvili, Woodman
Defenders: Van Dijk, Konate, Kerkez, Robertson, Ramsay
Midfielders: Szoboszlai, Gravenberch, Jones, Mac Allister, Endo, Nyoni
Forwards: Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo, Ekitike, Ngumoha, Chiesa
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