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Klopp: ‘I’m super proud’

Jurgen Klopp, speaking to the BBC…

‘I’m super proud. It’s a super difficult draw. Maybe the most difficult we could have got. With all the things we had to consider coming here, Arsenal lined up slightly different, that was smart.

‘We changed a bit at half-time. We were really in the game in the second half. We scored the goals and brought the kids on. We fought for 95 minutes. We have a winter break now.’

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Oliver Holt’s match report

Beyond the thirst for upsets that still makes FA Cup third round weekend such compulsive viewing, there is sometimes a laboured search for meaning in ties that pit two Premier League teams with higher priorities against each other at this stage of the competition.

Sometimes, the importance of a match like Arsenal-Liverpool is laced with questions about the significance of the game beyond the desire to avoid a replay. Those questions hung over this game, too, but by the time it was over, it was hard to doubt its significance for both sides.

Particularly Arsenal. This defeat, their third in a row, was conjured from the wreckage of a mass of missed chances and seemed to mark another landmark in the startling implosion of a season that, until recently, had promised so much.

You can read the full report below…

Konate: ‘I’m really happy’

Man of the match Ibrahima Konate, speaking to BBC Sport…

‘Yes, I am really happy but I think the man of the match was all of the team. I am very happy. We go through to the next round.

‘Yes, of course [I’m happy with the way the season is going]. It’s hard to play a lot of games but we love it. We did it two years ago, we won two cups. I hope this season is different [win more]. Fingers crossed.’

Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate, right, and Thiago celebrate their side's first goal during the English FA Cup soccer match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates stadium in London, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. The opening goal was an own goal by Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

As for Liverpool…

Five points clear at the top of the Premier League and still fighting in the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup.

Oh, and they’re also in the Europa League last-16.

Not a bad season for Jurgen Klopp’s side so far, eh?

They seem to be getting better and better.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp celebrates after the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match at the Emirates Stadium, London. Picture date: Sunday January 7, 2024. PA Photo. See PA story SOCCER Arsenal. Photo credit should read: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire.RESTRICTIONS: EDITORIAL USE ONLY No use with unauthorised audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or "live" services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images, no video emulation. No use in betting, games or single club/league/player publications.
Liverpool's Luis Diaz, third right, celebrates with teammates after scoring his side's second goal during the English FA Cup soccer match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates stadium in London, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. Diaz scored once in Liverpool's 2-0 victory. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

Alexander-Arnold’s verdict

Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold, speaking to the BBC…

It’s huge. We’ve got a lot of players missing today with the lads on internationals and Virg not in the squad. We dug deep with two late goals. We changed things around at half-time and we came out and played football, created our chances. The change of system made an impact for us.

Grim reading

Just one win in seven now for Arsenal. Their season is stuttering.

Textbook counter

Arsenal committed men forward and they had to, but they were caught on the break in the dying seconds. What a finish from Luis Diaz.

FULL TIME – Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool

A smattering of jeers ring out around the Emirates. Arsenal are out!

Jakub Kiwior’s own goal put the hosts behind, despite them dominating large spells and creating chances, before Luis Diaz killed off the tie.

Plenty for Mikel Arteta to think about tonight. Yet again, his side lacked a clinical edge in front of goal and were made to pay.

As for Liverpool, they were ruthless in front of goal.

Into the fourth round, they go!

Liverpool's German manager Jurgen Klopp (L) celebrates with Liverpool's Dutch assistant manager Pepijn Lijnders (R) after they score their second goal during the English FA Cup third round football match between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in London on January 7, 2024. Liverpool won the game 2-0. (Photo by Ben Stansall / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty Images)

GOAL! Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool (Diaz, 90+5)

Game, set and match!

It was a trademark counter in the closing seconds that delivered the fatal blow for Arsenal, with Luis Diaz teed up at the far post.

The forward made no mistake and crashed inside the near post.

That will sting for the hosts.

Soccer Football - FA Cup - Third Round - Arsenal v Liverpool - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 7, 2024 Liverpool's Luis Diaz scores their second goal Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs

Arsenal 0-1 Liverpool

Around a minute left for Arsenal to salvage a replay.

Trent Alexander-Arnold has also been booked.

Arsenal 0-1 Liverpool

Bobby Clark was booked for halting a quick Arsenal breakaway.

Arsenal 0-1 Liverpool

There will be FOUR added minutes.

Arsenal were awarded a free kick on the edge of the area after Ryan Gravenberch felled Martin Odegaard and was booked.

The delivery was unconvincingly nodded behind by Darwin Nunez.

Arsenal 0-1 Liverpool

Two more changes for Arsenal.

Emile Smith Rowe and Leandro Trossard have been thrown on.

Jakub Kiwior and Kai Havertz are off.

Arsenal 0-1 Liverpool

Some Arsenal supporters have begun to trickle toward the exits.

The only good news for them at the moment is that the London Underground strikes planned have now been suspended.

Will this be a third successive defeat for their side tonight?

The breakthrough

That cross from Trent Alexander-Arnold… wow.

Arsenal 0-1 Liverpool

Mikel Arteta has responded with an immediate change.

Eddie Nketiah has replaced Jorginho.

GOAL! Arsenal 0-1 Liverpool (Kiwior OG, 80)

There’s the breakthrough! Would you believe it?

Arsenal just couldn’t take their chances at one end and at the other, Trent Alexander-Arnold’s wand of a right foot set up the opener.

His set piece delivery from the right was wonderful and the unfortunate Jakub Kiwior delivered into his own net at the near post.

Can the hosts respond?

Soccer Football - FA Cup - Third Round - Arsenal v Liverpool - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 7, 2024 Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior scores an own goal and Liverpool's first Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

OFF THE BAR! From the resulting corner, Trent Alexander-Arnold’s superb delivery was nodded against the crossbar by Diogo Jota.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

SAVE! What a stop from Aaron Ramsdale.

Darwin Nunez won a flick on in the air, playing through Diogo Jota.

He then set up Luis Diaz, but his low effort was pushed around the post. Ramsdale had milliseconds to react before that. Superb.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

Double change for Liverpool. Here come the young guns.

Conor Bradley and Bradley Clack are on.

Harvey Elliott and Curtis Jones have made way.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

Over the top from Bukayo Saka. It’s not been his day.

He danced in on his left but his shot from the edge of the box was wild.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

BOOKING! Harvey Elliott has been carded for pulling down Jorginho.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

CHANCE! What an opening for Liverpool!

They really should have done better. Darwin Nunez broke away down the far side, with Luis Diaz steaming into the box in support.

He needed a pass in front of him but instead, the ball was played behind his standing leg, breaking down the attack in a sloppy fashion.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

Gabriel Martinelli has been explosive since coming on.

He’s had the beating of Trent Alexander-Arnold every time.

Can Arsenal capitalise?

Soccer Football - FA Cup - Third Round - Arsenal v Liverpool - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 7, 2024 Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli in action Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

BOOKING! William Saliba has picked up the first yellow of this tie.

The defender held back Diogo Jota as the visitors looked to break.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

SAVE! Liverpool will need to capitalise on any space left behind.

Quick on the transition, Harvey Elliott was fed by Darwin Nunez, but he chose the wrong option despite Diogo Jota standing to his left.

A weak shot whipped up but was fielded by Aaron Ramsdale.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

Arsenal have made their first change.

Gabriel Martinelli is on for Reiss Nelson.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

There’s just no conviction across that Arsenal frontline.

Jorginho and Reiss Nelson linked up sharply to move Kai Havertz into space. The playmaker then dropped in a deep cross.

Alisson backpedalled and clawed the ball away and Bukayo Saka, stood in a golden spot at the back post, hooked over.

Soccer Football - FA Cup - Third Round - Arsenal v Liverpool - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 7, 2024 Arsenal's Bukayo Saka shoots at goal REUTERS/Dylan Martinez

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

A double change for the visitors.

Diogo Jota and Ryan Gravenberch have been introduced.

Alexis Mac Allister and Cody Gakpo were the men to make way.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

Another big miss for Arsenal!

The hosts worked a free-kick cleverly, with Martin Odegaard disguising the pass and finding Kai Havertz on the byline.

A delivery was lofted in but Bukayo Saka could only volley wide.

Mikel Arteta scampered down his box, head in hands.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

CHANCE! Inches away from the visitors.

Trent Alexander-Arnold drifted a wonderful crossfield pass over to Darwin Nunez on the far side, with the striker then drifting in.

He beat Ben White with a drop of the shoulder and let fly, his powerful strike whistling agonisingly over the crossbar.

For a second, I thought that was in.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

This game is much more stretched now.

Harvey Elliott released Luis Diaz down the right but he was unable to find Darwin Nunez in the centre of the box.

Shortly after, Curtis Jones blazed off target.

Blast from the past

A deliciously old-fashioned challenge from Ben White in the first half.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

OVER! Liverpool already look more threatening this half.

Joe Gomez, who has yet to score his first goal for the club, got away down the left before blazing a strike the wrong side of the crossbar.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

CHANCE! Superb defending from Joe Gomez!

A long ball released Buyako Saka down the left and he put the afterburners on to escape the full back’s attention.

As he moved into the box and shaped to shoot, however, Gomez was able to scramble back and throw himself in the way to block.

That was crucial.

SECOND HALF!

Right, then. We’re off again.

Here we go again

The players are back out at the Emirates.

Liverpool emerged first, with Arsenal following them a few moments later. They held a brief chat in the tunnel, led by Martin Odegaard.

Busiest man in London!

Alisson will certainly hope for a slightly easier second half.

But will they get one? Will Jurgen Klopp have tweaks at half-time?

I don’t think he has a choice, in all honesty.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: (THE SUN OUT, THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT) Alisson Becker of Liverpool making a save during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 07, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

HALF TIME

I’m not quite sure how this one is goalless.

It’s been a brilliant watch, though, and Arsenal have dominated.

The only aspect missing from their play has been the finish, with Kai Havertz, Martin Odegaard and Reiss Nelson all coming close.

At the other end, completely against the run of play, Trent Alexander-Arnold also hit the bar in a warning sign for the hosts.

Let’s hope for plenty more after the break.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: Kai Havertz of Arsenal wins a header but misses a chance during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 07, 2024 in London, England. Arsenal wear an all-white kit at home, for the first time in the club's history, in support of the 'No More Red' campaign against knife crime and youth violence. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

We’re into two added minutes.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

OFF THE BAR! Liverpool came inches away from scoring.

Cody Gakpo found Trent Alexander-Arnold in space on the right and unlike the hosts’ forwards, he wasted no time in shooting.

The shot hurtled through the air and struck the top of the crossbar.

Arsenal were almost punished for their profligacy.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

This is getting silly. Arsenal have missed ANOTHER golden chance!

Kai Havertz was released inside the box on the right-hand side after another sloppy turnover, but his effort was straight at Alisson.

They just want too many touches!

Soccer Football - FA Cup - Third Round - Arsenal v Liverpool - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 7, 2024 Arsenal's Kai Havertz shoots at goal REUTERS/Dylan Martinez

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

Jarell Quansah went down and required treatment.

The young defender is OK to continue, however.

That initially looked worrying after an unnatural roll on the ball.

Soccer Football - FA Cup - Third Round - Arsenal v Liverpool - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 7, 2024 Liverpool's Jarell Quansah reacts after sustaining an injury REUTERS/Dylan Martinez

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

CHANCE! How many attempts do they need?

From the resulting corner, Kai Havertz nodded wide.

That had to be put at least on target.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

SAVE! That one stung the palms of Alisson!

Again, Bukayo Saka took on Joe Gomez down the left before attempting a cross that deflected out to Ben White.

The full back tried his luck and forced the keeper to tip over superbly.

What a strike.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

SAVE! Arsenal built up patiently again before teeing up Declan Rice.

His strike was hit with plenty of power but was straight at Alisson.

Penny for his thoughts

Jurgen Klopp will be very relieved his side aren’t trailing here.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: Juergen Klopp, Manager of Liverpool, reacts during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 07, 2024 in London, England. Arsenal wear an all-white kit at home, for the first time in the club's history, in support of the 'No More Red' campaign against knife crime and youth violence. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

A lovely bit of skill from Curtis Jones forced Ben White to give away a cheap foul on the left of the penalty.

Trent Alexander-Arnold delivered again, this time from the other flank, but his delivery was poor and dropped over the crossbar.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

Another chance has gone begging for the hosts! They’re really missing that clinical edge in and around the penalty area.

Martin Odegaard found Kai Havertz in a promising position around 12 yards from goal, but his attempt was scuffed into the ground.

An element of frustration has begun to sweep around the Emirates.

Arsenal's Kai Havertz, left, attempts a shot at goal during the English FA Cup soccer match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates stadium in London, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

SAVE! Ibrahima Konate went down after challenging Bukayo Saka, but play was allowed to continue with Arsenal on the attack.

The move was crisp, with play switched out to Reiss Nelson.

The ball was then cut back for Saka on the edge of the box, with his weak shot taking a deflection and falling kindly for Alisson.

English referee John Brooks checks on Liverpool's French defender #05 Ibrahima Konate during the English FA Cup third round football match between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in London on January 7, 2024. (Photo by Ben Stansall / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

Never a penalty, that.

Straight down the other end, Reiss Nelson was released into the box.

He then went tumbling to the turf after coming together with Trent Alexander-Arnold but referee John Brooks wasn’t interested.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

WIDE! Liverpool won a corner, which Harvey Elliott swung in.

Darwin Nunez got there first but nodded off target.

Liverpool's Darwin Nunez has a chance at goal during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match at the Emirates Stadium, London. Picture date: Sunday January 7, 2024. PA Photo. See PA story SOCCER Arsenal. Photo credit should read: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire.RESTRICTIONS: EDITORIAL USE ONLY No use with unauthorised audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or "live" services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images, no video emulation. No use in betting, games or single club/league/player publications.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

This Arsenal set-up has worked a treat so far.

They’ve gone with two holding midfielders while Bukayo Saka and Reiss Nelson have tucked in out of possession.

Nelson in particular has been a real livewire.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: Reiss Nelson of Arsenal controls the ball during the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 07, 2024 in London, England. Arsenal wear an all-white kit at home, for the first time in the club's history, in support of the 'No More Red' campaign against knife crime and youth violence. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

Liverpool have just looked to get the ball down and keep it over the past couple or minutes or so, slowing Arsenal’s momentum.

They’re probing patiently but the hosts are well organised off the ball.

A superb opening period in this one. The FA Cup is alive and well.

Big chance!

How did Arsenal not score here?

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

The energy in this one is crackling beautifully.

Arsenal have their tails up, and so do the home crowd. A crunching tackle, but a fair one, from Ben White raised the noise levels again.

Jurgen Klopp wasn’t happy with it, but the challenge was superb.

No pulling out of that one!

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

OFF THE BAR! Arsenal really should be two or three goals up!

It was a problem of Liverpool’s own making with Joe Gomez losing out to Bukayo Saka, who immediately threaded Kai Havertz through.

With Alisson narrowing the angle, Havertz unselfishly laid across for Reiss Nelson, but his effort was blocked and fell to Martin Odegaard.

Odegaard’s follow-up was venomous and clattered the crossbar.

Liverpool's Brazilian goalkeeper #01 Alisson Becker (L) watches a shot from Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder #08 Martin Odegaard come back off the crossbar during the English FA Cup third round football match between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in London on January 7, 2024. (Photo by Ben Stansall / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

SAVE! Kai Havertz shot from the edge of the box but was denied by Alisson. The goalkeeper scooped up the loose rebound.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

CHANCE! Arsenal are all over their opponents.

Ben White’s long throw found Martin Odegaard and he in turn teed up Jorginho. The ball was then moved over to Reiss Nelson.

Nelson cracked one at goal, forcing Harvey Elliott to block for a corner.

United against knife crime

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

This has been a strong start from the hosts.

They worked the ball patiently to Martin Odegaard in a central position on the edge of the penalty area, but he didn’t shoot.

Instead, the ball went right and the danger faded.

Arsenal 0-0 Liverpool

CHANCE! Arsenal should really be ahead!

Aaron Ramsdale punted a long ball forward and brilliantly picked out Reiss Nelson down the inside-right channel.

With Trent Alexander-Arnold beaten, Nelson steamed toward the byline and let fly, with his strike hitting the side netting.

Soccer Football - FA Cup - Third Round - Arsenal v Liverpool - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 7, 2024 Liverpool's Alisson in action with Arsenal's Reiss Nelson REUTERS/Dylan Martinez

KICK OFF!

We’re underway!

These two sides have won a collective 22 FA Cups.

One of them will crash out at the first hurdle today.

But who will it be?

It’s almost time!

Any last-minute score predictions? I’m feeling goals today…

The teams are out!

Here come the players!

We’re just minutes away from kick-off now.

Who’s excited?

Soccer Football - FA Cup - Third Round - Arsenal v Liverpool - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 7, 2024 Arsenal's Declan Rice during the warm up before the match Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs

Odegaard: Arsenal ‘desperate’ for glory

Writing in his programme notes, Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard admitted the team are determined to lift more silverware.

‘We are all disappointed with how we ended with the last two matches in 2023 and we know we will have to raise our level today.

‘As a club we are very proud of our record and history in the FA Cup, so we don’t need any extra motivation when we start off in the competition.

‘This group is desperate to win trophies, so we will be giving everything to get the job done today and give us the chance to do that.’

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: Martin Odegaard of Arsenal looks on in the warm up prior to the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 07, 2024 in London, England. Arsenal wear an all-white kit at home, for the first time in the club's history, in support of the 'No More Red' campaign against knife crime and youth violence. (Photo by Alex Burstow/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Chance in the spotlight

It’s a big day for this man.

This is Aaron Ramsdale’s first home appearance since September, with summer signing David Raya having become Arsenal’s No 1.

A standout display in this one may well catch his manager’s attention.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal warms up prior to the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 07, 2024 in London, England. Arsenal wear an all-white kit at home, for the first time in the club's history, in support of the 'No More Red' campaign against knife crime and youth violence. (Photo by Alex Burstow/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Klopp ‘happy’ festive chaos is over

Jurgen Klopp is relieved Liverpool’s hectic festive fixtures are over.

Staking a claim?

Someone has to step up and fill Mo Salah’s shoes while he is away at the Africa Cup of Nations – and could Harvey Elliott be that man?

He’s versatile and a real favourite under Jurgen Klopp, so it’s no surprise that he has been handed another start in this third-round tie.

There is certainly a gaping hole on that right flank and Elliott has played there before, perhaps handing him the edge over his team-mates.

He has scored two Premier League goals this season and memorably netted the late winner against Crystal Palace.

BURNLEY, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Harvey Elliott of Liverpool looks on during the Premier League match between Burnley FC and Liverpool FC at Turf Moor on December 26, 2023 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)
Soccer Football - FA Cup - Third Round - Arsenal v Liverpool - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - January 7, 2024 Liverpool's Harvey Elliott and Darwin Nunez during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Dylan Martinez

Klopp explains strong line-up during pre-match interview

Klopp said: ‘All the players in our squad, who are with us in the same dressing room, are ready for games. That’s how it is, no doubt about it. So, four years ago, we played against Everton in the FA Cup and Curtis Jones fired that ball into the far corner. It was one of the best nights of our lives; [it was] Everton, a derby, a very young team, and we won this game somehow. It was great. But can you go to Arsenal and play a team of boys, in the situation Arsenal is in, where they will probably go all-in? Of course not. We are Liverpool, we cannot go there like that. And there is no need to.’

Liverpool team bus caught in traffic!

Well, Arsenal have suffered some bumps in the road during the winter period but, this time, it’s Liverpool’s turn!

The Reds’ team bus appeared to get caught in traffic en route to the Emirates before driving through a red light.

At least they’re as eager to make kick-off as supporters are!

The atmosphere is building in north London…

Well, with the teamsheets now confirmed, you can really feel the anticipaton building between these two sides.

Both Klopp and Arteta have fielded strong line-ups for the third-round tie, with only a couple of youngsters making it onto the pitch.

With their recent 1-1 draw in the Premier League fresh in the memory, you’d imagine this could become a thrilling match.

Tube strikes are set to cause chaos for fans travelling to Arsenal’s FA Cup clash against Liverpool at the Emirates on Sunday.

Transport for London (TfL) have advised people to complete their journeys by 5:30pm, as there will be little to no service anticipated on the majority of the London Underground network until Friday.

This could spell disaster for thousands of supporters across London, with Arsenal’s third-round tie likely to be the most effected.

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WATCH: Bamford scores STUNNING volley

Well, it might have little to do with this afternoon’s tie in north London, but take a moment to appreciate this bit of magic from Leeds’ Patrick Bamford in an earlier FA Cup clash this afternoon.

The English striker controls the ball on his chest before turning and unleashing a lethal first-time strike at goal, which sails into the net.

Can we see something like that at the Emirates, please?

PHOTO: The Reds have arrived

Liverpool stars Diogo Jota and Joe Gomez are spotted making their way into the stadium in north London.

Will either one of the visiting stars make the difference for their side this afternoon?

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: (THE SUN OUT, THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT) Diogo Jota of Liverpool arriving before the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 07, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by John Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: (THE SUN OUT, THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT) Joe Gomez of Liverpool arriving before the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 07, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by John Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images)

LINE-UPS: Arsenal vs Liverpool

Arsenal XI: Ramsdale; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Kiwior; Rice, Odegaard, Jorginho; Saka, Nelson, Havertz

Subs: Raya, Walters, Cedric, Sousa, Smith Rowe, Nwaneri, Trossard, Nketiah, Martinelli

Liverpool XI: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Konate, Quansah; Mac Allister, Jones, Elliott; Diaz, Nunez, Gakpo

Subs: Kelleher, Jota, Gravenberch, Clark, Chambers, Gordon, McConnel, Bradley, Nyon

Arsenal will discard their famous red shirt this weekend and instead wear a one-off all white kit in their third round FA Cup clash against Liverpool.

It is to mark the third year of their No More Red campaign with adidas, which was first launched in 2022 to support work done by the Gunners to keep young people safe from knife crime and youth violence.

This will be the third year in a row in which the Gunners will wear the all white kit as a one-off, while Arsenal Women will wear the kit for the first time when they play Watford in a fourth round FA Cup match on January 14.

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Liverpool will be full of confidence heading into the third-round clash…

While today’s hosts may be struggling for form of late, the same cannot be said for the visitors – who have been flying in recent weeks.

Jurgen Klopp’s side have asserted themselves atop the Premier League table, with a three-point lead, and will look to bring that form with them to the Emirates this afternoon.

They’ll be without first-team stars such as Dominik Szoboszlai and Andrew Robertson, but that won’t deter them this afternoon.

Arsenal are sweating on the fitness of Gabriel Jesus for today’s FA Cup third round tie against Liverpool.

Mail Sport understands the Brazil international has suffered a knee injury. The severity of the issue is unclear – but there is hope it will not be a long-term problem.

The development means Jesus is a doubt for today’s crunch clash at the Emirates Stadium.If Jesus misses out, it will be a blow to Mikel Arteta’s side – who are hoping to return to winning ways following a run of two successive losses.

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Can Mikel Arteta’s side bounce back from consecutive defeats?

The Arsenal boss and his players have arrived at the Emirates as they look to get back to winning ways after their struggles throughout the winter period.

The Gunners have suffered back-to-back defeats against West Ham and Fulham but will look to put that behind them as they take on Liverpool.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, arrives at the stadium prior to the Emirates FA Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on January 07, 2024 in London, England. Arsenal wear an all-white kit at home, for the first time in the club's history, in support of the 'No More Red' campaign against knife crime and youth violence. (Photo by Alex Burstow/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Good afternoon!

Welcome to Mail Sport’s live blog covering this afternoon’s FA Cup third-round clash between Arsenal and Liverpool.

It promises to be an exciting affair between two of England’s best teams but which one will take the bragging rights from north London this evening?

We’ll have team news shortly, ahead of the 4:30pm kick-off, so don’t go anywhere!

Key Updates

  • FULL TIME – Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool
  • GOAL! Arsenal 0-2 Liverpool (Diaz, 90+5)
  • GOAL! Arsenal 0-1 Liverpool (Kiwior OG, 80)
  • SECOND HALF!
  • LINE-UPS: Arsenal vs Liverpool
  • Good afternoon!

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