Arsenal vs Liverpool LIVE: The first leg of the semi-finals between the teams ended in a 0-0 draw. Hence, the second leg will determine who goes through to the Carabao Cup finals.
Arsenal vs Liverpool LIVE in the Carabao Cup: When and Where will the match take place?
The match is scheduled to take place at Arsenal’s home ground, the Emirates Stadium. The match is set to take place on 21st January 2022(Friday) at 1:15 am IST.
Arsenal vs Liverpool LIVE in the Carabao Cup: Live Streaming
The match will be available for the viewers LIVE on MTV India. The match will also be broadcast on Voot Select and JIO TV.
Preview
Arsenal:
The hosts are coming off a 0-0 draw against Liverpool in the reverse leg. Their Premier League fixture against the Spurs got cancelled in the weekend as they did not have enough first-team players in their squad. Arsenal have not won in their last three games and would be looking to change this against the Reds.
Liverpool:
The visitors are coming into the game after a 3-0 victory over Brentford in the Premier League. Just like Arsenal, even the Reds don’t have a full squad owing to the ongoing AFCON. They are unbeaten in their last 4 games and would be looking to qualify for the finals of the Carabao Cup.
Squad News
Arsenal:
Saka, Cedric, Ødegaard, Smith-Rowe, Tomiyasu, and Chambers are back in practice, but it is not known if they will be able to play. Aubameyang, Elneny, Pepe, and Partey are on international duty, hence they would be unavailable. The rest of the squad looks fit to feature in the game.
Liverpool:
Oxlade Chamberlain, Origi, Elliott, Phillips, and Thiago are on the injury list and will not feature. Salah, Mane, and Keita are on international duty, hence they would be unavailable. The rest of the squad is available to feature in the Carabao Cup semi-finals.
Arsenal vs Liverpool LIVE in the Carabao Cup: Predicted Lineups
Arsenal XI:
Aaron Ramsdale, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Gabriel, Rob Holding, Kieran Tierney, Albert Lokonga, Ben White, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Alexandre Lacazette, Edward Nketiah
Liverpool XI:
Allison Becker, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Joel Matip, Virgil Van Djik, Andrew Robertson, Jordan Henderson, Fabinho, James Milner, Diogo Jota, Takumi Minamino, Diogo Jota
Arsenal vs Liverpool LIVE in the Carabao Cup: Head to Head Stats
The two clubs have faced each other 28 times since August 2010. In this, Liverpool have won 10 games, Arsenal have won 6 games, while 12 games have ended as draws.
Arsenal vs Liverpool LIVE in the Carabao Cup: Author’s Dream 11 team
Goalkeeper: Becker
Defenders: White, Van Djik, Robertson, Alexander-Arnold, Tierney
Midfielders: Saka (VC), Martinelli, Lokonga
Forwards: Lacazette, Jota (C)
Arsenal vs Liverpool LIVE in the Carabao Cup: Players to watch out for
Bukayo Saka (Arsenal):
The 20-year old has been instrumental to Mikel Arteta and his team this season. Bukayo Saka has 5 goals and 1 assist in the Premier League this season. To add to this, he also has a goal in the Carabao Cup. Hence, he would be one of the favorites to find the back of the net against Liverpool on Thursday.
Diogo Jota (Liverpool):
The Portuguese winger has played a key part for Liverpool this season. Diogo Jota has scored 10 goals in the Premier League this season. To add to this, he has one goal apiece in the Champions League and the Carabao Cup. Hence, Jota would be a key player for the Reds as they attempt to reach the cup final.
The Twelfth Man Times Prediction: Arsenal 0-1 Liverpool
Both sides have suffered casualties but Arsenal seem to be without more first-team players. To add to this, Arsenal have suffered against the ‘big-six’ this season. To add to this, Liverpool have their back four intact. Hence the Gunners may find it hard to break them on Thursday.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision
