Newly crowned Premier League champions Liverpool were held to a 2–2 draw by second-placed Arsenal in a dramatic encounter at Anfield on Sunday, May 11, 2025.
Match Summary
Liverpool started strongly, taking a 2–0 lead within the first 21 minutes through goals from Cody Gakpo and Luis Díaz. However, Arsenal responded in the second half, with Gabriel Martinelli scoring in the 46th minute and Mikel Merino equalising in the 70th minute. Merino was later sent off in the 79th minute, but Arsenal managed to hold on for a draw.
Key Moments
- 20′ – Cody Gakpo opened the scoring for Liverpool with a header from Andy Robertson’s cross.
- 21′ – Luis Díaz doubled Liverpool’s lead with a close-range finish.
- 46′ – Gabriel Martinelli pulled one back for Arsenal shortly after halftime.
- 70′ – Mikel Merino equalised for Arsenal, heading in after a rebound from Martin Ødegaard’s shot.
- 79′ – Merino received a red card for a tackle on Dominik Szoboszlai.
Post-Match Reactions
Liverpool manager Arne Slot praised the quality of the match, stating, “It was a great game of football, fans all around the world and in the stadium love what they saw.”
Arsenal’s resilience in coming back from two goals down, especially after being reduced to ten men, showcased their determination to secure second place in the league.
