4 h. ago Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal stuck in gear as Arne Slot’s Liverpool deftly adjust

Sunday’s match was defined by a brilliant free-kick, but the way it came about showed the difference between the clubs’ managersSign up for Soccer with Jonathan Wilson hereThere was a time, not that long ago, when almost all big games were stiflingly tense affairs – cautious, cagey, almost unwatchable but for the exquisite tension, the sense that this was too important to expect the football to be entertaining. The goal-heavy thrillers of the Pep Guardiola-Jürgen Klopp rivalry were a welcome diversion, but they always felt oddly transgressive – were we sure major clashes were supposed to be that much fun? In that sense, Liverpool’s 1-0 win over Arsenal on Sunday fit into a long-established tradition; in time the tedium will fall away in the collective memory and all that will remain is the majesty of Dominik Szoboszlai’s match-winning free-kick.Two other more recent traditions were observed amid the anxiety of Anfield: that Arne Slot will always somehow find a way, and that Arsenal ...

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7 h. ago Mikel Merino confident Arsenal can do ‘big things’ despite Liverpool loss

Sunday’s clash was settled by a moment of magic as Dominik Szoboszlai’s 30-yard free-kick thundered home.

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9 h. ago Jamie Carragher calls on Liverpool boss Arne Slot to make key change permanent

Jamie Carragher believes Dominik Szoboszlai should remain at right-back after hailing his transition at Liverpool with the Hungarian having moved from his usual midfield position after Jeremie Frimpong's injury

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10 h. ago Dominik Szoboszlai’s hidden quality underlines Liverpool’s edge over title rivals

The Hungarian adapted to an unfamiliar role with Arne Slot hailing his ‘mentality’ to adapt and prove his worth in a display that included a stunning free-kick to down Premier League title rivals Arsenal

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12 h. ago Arne Slot quotes Michael Jordan after Liverpool narrowly edge past Arsenal

Szoboszlai’s spectacular 30-yard free-kick won it.

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22 h. ago Liverpool’s glaring problem remains unsolved despite vital win over Arsenal

Liverpool 1-0 Arsenal: Dominik Szoboszlai scored a stunning free kick as the champions made it three wins from three in the Premier League

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23 h. ago Arne Slot impressed by Liverpool’s mentality in win over Arsenal

Szoboszlai’s spectacular 30-yard free-kick won it.

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23 h. ago Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya points to new Puma ball after conceding long

Raya alluded to the introduction of Puma balls for the 2025/26 season as he explained the possible reasons for conceding Dominik Szoboszlai’s free-kick

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23 h. ago Dominik Szoboszlai's heroics carry title warning as Arsenal suffer same sinking feeling

LIVERPOOL 1-0 ARSENAL: There wasn't much between Arsenal and Liverpool and Anfield besides one swing of Dominik Szoboszlai's right boot in what looks to be an early pace setter for the Premier League title

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24 h. ago Pundits criticise Arsenal’s approach after crucial Premier League defeat to Liverpool

Neville, Keane and Carragher questioned the way Arsenal played as the Gunners were beaten by a brilliant Dominik Szoboszlai free-kick

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24 h. ago Arsenal player ratings vs Liverpool: 3/10 disappoints again as 7/10 duo impress

Arsenal suffered a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Liverpool on Saturday afternoon, with Dominik Szoboszlai's late free-kick proving to be the difference at Anfield

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24 h. ago Dominik Szoboszlai’s wonder strike sinks Arsenal and sends Liverpool top

If Liverpool are to successfully defend their Premier League title, they will look back on the moment when Dominik Szoboszlai sank Arsenal with a late and sensational free-kick as a foundation stone. There had been little between these rivals, the only clubs that maintained 100% records at kick-off time; pragmatism holding sway for long spells. Or maybe it was the fear of defeat.Would Arsenal have taken another Anfield draw beforehand? The answer was probably yes and it appeared that Mikel Arteta had placed the emphasis on being difficult to beat, first and foremost, with his line-up. He would use his new signing, Eberechi Eze, only as a 70th minute substitute. Continue reading...

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25 h. ago Liverpool player ratings as 8/10 masterclass helps overcome Arsenal in crunch Prem clash

Liverpool have overcome Arsenal as they extended their 100 per cent record in the Premier League thanks a delightful Dominik Szoboszlai free-kick

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25 h. ago Arsenal ‘haven’t got the courage to win’ as Mikel Arteta slammed in Liverpool defeat

Liverpool beat Arsenal at Anfield on Sunday to strike the first blow of the Premier League title race as Dominik Szoboszlai smashed home a stunning free-kick

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25 h. ago Dominik Szoboszlai magic steals the show as Liverpool send Arsenal message

LIVERPOOL 1-0 ARSENAL: Liverpool looked to be on the way to a goalless draw against title rivals Arsenal only for Dominik Szoboszlai to steal the three points

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