Here’s a refined take on the top ten Liverpool vs Arsenal matches of recent years, blending iconic drama and high-octane football.
1. Liverpool 4–4 Arsenal – April 2009
Competition: Premier League
Why it stands out: An all-time classic at Anfield. Andrey Arshavin exploded onto the scene with four sensational goals, including a stoppage-time strike to put Arsenal ahead—only for Yossi Benayoun to snatch a 4–4 draw for Liverpool. The emotional rollercoaster crushed Liverpool’s title hopes in dramatic fashion.
2. Liverpool 5–1 Arsenal – February 2014
Competition: Premier League
Why it stands out: A statement demolition. Liverpool dismantled the league leaders in under 20 minutes, thanks to a brace from Skrtel, and goals from Sterling and Sturridge. Sterling added another after half-time—Arsenal’s only reply was a late penalty from Arteta.
3. Arsenal 3–2 Liverpool – October 2022
Competition: Premier League
Why it stands out: Arsenal’s confidence-builder early in the season. Martinelli struck first, Darwin Núñez equalized, but two Saka wonderstrikes—including a late penalty—sealed a morale-boosting win at the Emirates.
4. Liverpool 3–3 Arsenal – December 2017
Competition: Premier League
Why it stands out: A gripping fight from 2–0 down. Arsenal stormed back to lead 3–2, only for Firmino to rescue a point for Liverpool with a 71st-minute strike. A pivotal clash in the race for Champions League qualification.
5. Liverpool 3–3 Arsenal – January 2016
Competition: Premier League
Why it stands out: Klopp’s debut against Arsenal delivered fireworks. Firmino scored twice to give Liverpool the edge, but goals from Ramsey and Giroud swung the lead Arsenal’s way—until Joe Allen pounced with a late equalizer.
6. Arsenal 3–2 Liverpool – 2022 Rematch
Competition: Premier League
Why it stands out: Mirrors the earlier 3–2 but packed with drama. Both sides dazzled in an end-to-end battle. Bukayo Saka netted a late winner—again.
7. Arsenal 0–2 Liverpool – FA Cup Final 2001
Competition: FA Cup
Why it stands out: Classic final drama. Ljungberg scored for Arsenal, but Michael Owen changed the narrative—first equalizing, then sealing the win with a late mesmerising strike.
8. Arsenal 1–1 Liverpool (5–4 pens) – Community Shield 2020
Competition: FA Community Shield
Why it stands out: Tense and dramatic. Aubameyang struck first, Minamino equalized for Liverpool, and after a draw in normal time, Arsenal prevailed in a nervy penalty shoot-out.
9. Liverpool 4–2 Arsenal – Champions League Quarter-Final 2008
Competition: UEFA Champions League
Why it stands out: Not in recent years, but a memorable modern showdown. Ryan Babel’s dramatic late goal sealed a comeback aggregate win for Liverpool and crushed Arsenal’s European hopes.
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10. Liverpool 3–1 Arsenal – Premier League 2017
Competition: Premier League
Why it stands out: Crouch’s perfect hat-trick. Liverpool’s physical dominance was on full show as Peter Crouch flexed his clinical edge, inspiring a comfortable win.
Summary Table
No. Match. Scoreline. Competition Notable Feature
1 Liverpool vs Arsenal 4–4. PL, 2009 Arshavin’s 4 goals; last-gasp drama
2 Liverpool vs Arsenal 5–1 PL, 2014 Quickfire meltdown of Arsenal
3 Arsenal vs Liverpool 3–2 PL, 2022 Saka’s late double
4 Liverpool vs Arsenal 3–3 PL, 2017 Comeback battle
5 Liverpool vs Arsenal 3–3 PL, 2016 Klopp’s debut; thriller
6 Arsenal vs Liverpool 3–2 PL, 2022 Another end-to-end classic
7 FA Cup Final 2–1 FA Cup, 2001 Owen’s two late goals
8 Community Shield 1–1 (5–4 pens) 2020 Tight shootout win
9 Champions League 4–2 agg CL QF, 2008 Babel’s stoppage-time heroics
10 Premier League 3–1 PL, 2017 Crouch’s hat-trick on display.
