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Updated April 9, 2023

An epic comeback by Liverpool ties Arsenal at 2-2

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Despite conceding two goals early in the game, Liverpool tied against the table topper, Arsenal, at Anfield.Liverpool

An epic comeback by Liverpool ties Arsenal at 2-2

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What a match we have witnessed in the Premier League! Despite conceding two goals early in the game, Liverpool tied against the table topper, Arsenal, at Anfield. Mohammad Salah opened the scoresheet for the All-Reds but missed a important penalty in the 2nd half. After that, super-sub Roberto Firmino found the equalizer, which resulting the game in 2-2.

As it happened

Liverpool have been struggling this season. Nonetheless, they don't disappoint their fans For big matches. And that is what exactly happened tonight at Anfield. Liverpool welcomed the table topper, Arsenal, at Anfield, where the home team's manager Jurgen Klopp set up the team formation with 4-3-3. On the other side, Arsenal boss Mike Arteta used the same formation as Jurgen Klopp. The manager deployed Gabriel Jesus in the starting XI after a long time. However, Arsenal, as the league leader, started dominating from the very first second. They were very aggressive on the pitch, whereas, the home side struggled to get the ball in at their home. Arsenal took only eight minutes to take the lead as Brazil international Gabriel Martinelli scored a fantastic goal for the Gunners. He beat Alisson after dribbling past Robertson and Van Dijk to score the opener. Scoring the first goal, Arsenal became more dominating. They created a lot of chances in the first half. As a result, they doubled their lead within 30 minutes. Gabriel Martinelli, who scored the first goal, set up the second goal for Jesus. In the 28th minute, Jesus scored with a header from Martinelli's assist. It seemed Arsenal could smash Liverpool at Anfield, but Mo Salah gave a lifeline to the home team by scoring a goal in the 42nd minute. Returning from the break, both sides played very attacking football. But Liverpool got a important opportunity to level the scoreline as they were awarded a penalty kick early in the 2nd half. But Mohammad Salah missed that golden chance as Aron Ramsdale saved the spot kick. After that, Jurgen Klopp made some changes. He deployed Roberto Firmino in the 78th minute and guess what? The Brazilian scored a late goal for the All-Reds as he found the net in the 87th minute. After that equalizer, Liverpool could have taken the lead in injury time, but Ibrahim Konate missed a important chance. In the end, the match ended ina thrilling 2-2 tie at Anfield.

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