Liverpool, Arsenal Draw 2-2 at Anfield Despite Red Card

Arsenal staged a resilient comeback to earn a 2-2 draw against Liverpool at Anfield, overturning a two-goal deficit despite being short-handed late in the match. Liverpool took an early lead with goals from Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz, celebrating their recent Premier League title with a guard of honour from Arsenal, who were still recovering from their Champions League semifinal exit. Gabriel Martinelli reduced the deficit early in the second half, and Mikel Merino equalized with a header before being sent off for a second yellow card, leaving Arsenal to hold on with ten men. Trent Alexander-Arnold, who recently confirmed his departure from Liverpool to join Real Madrid, was booed by fans upon his substitution appearance, reflecting divided sentiments among supporters. The draw leaves Liverpool comfortably atop the table with 83 points, while Arsenal, on 68 points, fight to secure a top-five finish for Champions League qualification, with crucial upcoming fixtures against Newcastle and Southampton. Both teams showed contrasting motivations, with Liverpool managing their squad post-title and Arsenal battling to maintain their European ambitions.