Match Performance Review: Arsenal vs. Liverpool

**David Raya (6/10):**
Raya had minimal involvement, as none of Liverpool’s shots were on target. He demonstrated quick reflexes, successfully preventing an own goal from Saliba in the first half.

**Jurrien Timber (6/10):**
Timber was among Arsenal’s key offensive players with his line-breaking runs, though his crosses often failed to find their mark.

**William Saliba (6/10):**
Saliba managed to avoid punishment for a moment of poor judgment when passing back to the advancing Raya. Overall, he defended competently, primarily due to Liverpool’s lack of attacking presence.

**Gabriel Magalhaes (6/10):**
Gabriel effectively dealt with threats, knowing that Liverpool posed little danger in the attacking third.

**Piero Hincapie (6/10):**
Hincapie had an engaging duel against his former teammate Frimpong but was substituted early in the second half due to injury.

**Martin Zubimendi (6/10):**
Zubimendi did not stand out against his former club, but he fulfilled his responsibilities as one of the more effective Arsenal midfielders.

**Declan Rice (5/10):**
Rice was expected to provide authority in midfield, especially as Liverpool slowed the tempo. Despite being one of the Premier League’s standout players this season, he faded when Arsenal needed his leadership.

**Martin Odegaard (5/10):**
Odegaard struggled to influence the game or create opportunities, which significantly impacted Arsenal’s chances. He was substituted for Eze in the latter stages.

**Bukayo Saka (6/10):**
Saka initially troubled Kerkez in the wet conditions but was eventually neutralized as the match progressed. He was replaced by Madueke when the game reached a stalemate.

**Viktor Gyokeres (3/10):**
Gyokeres was largely absent when Arsenal needed a striker to capitalize on crosses into the Liverpool penalty area, registering only eight touches—his fewest for Arsenal—before being substituted for Jesus.

**Leandro Trossard (5/10):**
Trossard’s notable moment came when a shot deflected wide in the first half, but overall, he had a quiet evening and was replaced by Martinelli.

**Myles Lewis-Skelly (4/10):**
Lewis-Skelly entered the game to replace the injured Hincapie but struggled to have an impact, appearing off the pace throughout his time on the pitch.

**Gabriel Martinelli (6/10):**
Coming on for Trossard, Martinelli sought a penalty early after a collision with Frimpong, but his appeals were dismissed. He posed a threat with his speed, although his passing was inconsistent. He drew the ire of fans in stoppage time for trying to push the injured Bradley off the pitch.

**Gabriel Jesus (6/10):**
Jesus replaced Gyokeres and received a warm reception from the home crowd. He was more dynamic than his predecessor, though the expectations were low.

**Noni Madueke (6/10):**
Substituted for Saka, Madueke, like Jesus, showed more energy but failed to make a significant impact on the match.

**Eberechi Eze (5/10):**
Eze came on for captain Odegaard, marking his first league appearance since December 13. He was unable to influence the game significantly.

**Mikel Arteta (5/10):**
Arteta faced a disappointing night, with Arsenal appearing flat in possession and aided by Liverpool’s decision not to field a striker.