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Liverpool F.C. vs Arsenal F.C. Timeline, H2H & Stats

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The timeline of the Liverpool F.C. vs Arsenal F.C. rivalry shows at a glance how these two EPL clubs have performed head-to-head.

The fixture between Liverpool and Arsenal remains one of English football’s most compelling rivalries. Over the decades, the two sides have produced memorable matches, swings of momentum, and frequently quarter-final and semi-final duels. As of October 2025, here is a timeline, head-to-head (H2H) overview, and recent match stats that capture their rivalry and recent encounters.

Liverpool F.C. vs Arsenal F.C. Timeline & Notable Moments

Head-to-Head (H2H) Overview

Below is a summary of the all-time and recent head-to-head trends:

All-Time H2H Snapshot

  • According to Transfermarkt, Liverpool and Arsenal have met around 235 times in all competitions. In that head-to-head record, Liverpool hold more wins, with Arsenal having fewer, and the remainder being draws.

  • In that same dataset, Liverpool have scored more total goals across those fixtures than Arsenal.

  • Some sources place the tally at Liverpool winning 89 times, Arsenal 65 times, with 81 draws (though counts vary depending on inclusion criteria).

  • In league play specifically, some historical sources list numbers such as Liverpool 79 wins, Arsenal 67, draws 56 (though these figures refer to older tallies and may not be fully up to date).

  • One head-to-head summary states that since 1995, the two clubs have met 74 times: Liverpool winning 27, Arsenal winning 20, and 27 draws.

  • Another compilation suggests that as of 2025, the two clubs had played each other 214 times, with Liverpool winning 80, Arsenal 73, and 61 draws.

Because different sources count varying competitions (cups, friendlies, etc.), some discrepancies appear, but the consistent trend is that Liverpool generally lead the head-to-head, though many matches are drawn.

Recent H2H Trends & Patterns

  • The fixture has recently produced many draws. In the 2024–25 season, both league meetings ended 2–2 draws.

  • Over extended spells, Arsenal often struggle to win at Anfield; one source notes that they had not won at Liverpool in the Premier League since 2012.

  • On the flip side, Liverpool have had periods of dominance or consistency, especially at home, although they have sometimes dropped points due to Arsenal’s tactical resilience.

  • Statistically, in recent head-to-heads:

    • 18 of the last 22 meetings saw over 2.5 goals.

    • Meeting repeats often yielded high-scoring games.

    • There have been red cards in several recent H2H encounters (with two red cards in the last three).

    • Both teams often score (“both teams to score” / BTTS) in these matches.

    • Liverpool have often scored in most of their matches against Arsenal — in 23 of 25 recent matches (league) in one breakdown.

  • In terms of form over the past five years, Arsenal’s record vs Liverpool in Premier League matches is: 2 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses (i.e. W2 D4 L4) in one source.

Thus, the rivalry remains finely poised — Liverpool slightly ahead historically but many draws moderating that lead.

Recent Matches & Prior Stats (2024–2025 and early 2025–26 season)

Here are some of the recent fixtures and stats between the two sides:

2024–25 Season

  • Liverpool 2–2 Arsenal (May 11, 2025, Premier League)
    In that match, Arsenal held portions of the lead before Liverpool rallied. Possession was 44.4% (Liverpool) vs 55.6% (Arsenal). Liverpool had 14 shot attempts vs 15 for Arsenal; on target, Liverpool had 5, Arsenal 7. Corner count was 3–1 in favour of Liverpool.

  • Arsenal 2–2 Liverpool (October 27, 2024, Premier League)
    Another draw in London. In that game, Bukayo Saka opened and Mohamed Salah later equalized, contributing to the pattern of tightly contested matches.

  • Arsenal 3–1 Liverpool (February 4, 2024)
    Arsenal produced a strong performance in that meeting, breaking Liverpool down more convincingly.

  • Arsenal 0–2 Liverpool (January 7, 2024, FA Cup 3rd Round)
    A cup fixture where Liverpool eliminated Arsenal with a clean sheet away.

  • Liverpool 1–1 Arsenal (December 23, 2023)
    A fairly even match with both sides scoring and sharing the spoils.

Comparative Strengths, Tactical Notes & Implications

When examining both clubs as of 2025, the following tendencies stand out in their head-to-head and match dynamics:

  • Tight margins and draws: Many encounters go to the wire; neither side tends to impose huge margins regularly in recent times.

  • Goal likelihood: The high percentage of matches with over 2.5 goals suggests that attacking play and defensive vulnerabilities often combine to deliver entertaining fixtures.

  • Home advantage: Liverpool tend to win or at least avoid defeat at Anfield more often; Arsenal historically struggle to win in Liverpool more than vice versa.

  • Key players and set pieces: Moments of individual brilliance (e.g. Szoboszlai’s free-kick) or set-piece efficiency often decide close contests.

  • Resilience and reaction: In many recent matches, Arsenal have shown they can frustrate Liverpool, but turning that into wins has been challenging. On the other hand, Liverpool have occasionally dropped points despite pressure.

With the 2025–26 season underway, the fixture will remain pivotal. The early win by Liverpool gives them momentum, but Arsenal will aim to claw back in return fixtures and in cup meetings.

The rivalry between Liverpool and Arsenal remains balanced yet historically edged toward Liverpool — and each meeting continues to carry high stakes, with the Liverpool F.C. vs Arsenal F.C. timeline developing further.

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