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LIVERPOOL – Liverpool host Arsenal at Anfield Stadium, Tuesday (9/29/2020), early morning WIB. The big game was going fiercely since the referee blew the whistle to mark the start of the game.
Arsenal had put pressure on Liverpool early in the game, but the hosts were able to dominate the game not long ago. The Reds, Liverpool’s nickname, eventually beat Arsenal 3-1.
The course of the match
First round
Arsenal started the game well. The visitors tried to dominate possession, but failed. Liverpool were able to dictate the game after entering the 10 minute mark.
Liverpool had their first golden opportunity in the 15th minute. Trent Alexander-Arnold entered the left side of the Arsenal defense. Trent sent the ball into the box, which was met with a fierce blow from Sadio Mane, but the Senegalese player’s efforts were still unsuccessful.
The Reds had their second chance in a corner kick situation in the 21st minute. Trent almost had his name on the scoreboard after his shot changed direction for hitting Rob Holding. The ball hits the crossbar and Liverpool’s chances are shattered.
Liverpool’s aggressive play caused Arsenal to find gaps in the host’s defense. Through a quick counterattack from the right side of Liverpool’s defense, the ball enters the penalty area. Andy Robertson can block the ball, but leads to Alexandre Lacazette, who immediately bursts into Liverpool’s goal.
However, Arsenal’s advantage did not last long. Liverpool tied in the 28th minute thanks to Mane’s action that maximized Mohamed Salah’s shot.
Liverpool even went ahead 2-1 in the 34th minute. Robertson paid for his blunder with a goal after using a cross from Trent. The 2-1 lead made Liverpool even more eager to attack Arsenal’s defense. However, Liverpool’s efforts to increase the lead were unsuccessful until the first half was over.
