Liverpool Clinches FA Cup Victory with Late Double Delight Against Arsenal
Relive the excitement as Liverpool secures a spot in the FA Cup fourth round with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Arsenal, featuring late goals and thrilling moments.
In a thrilling encounter at the Emirates Stadium, Liverpool secured a hard-fought 2-0 away win against Arsenal, advancing to the fourth round of the FA Cup with two goals in the final ten minutes.
The breakthrough came in the 80th minute when Jakub Kiwior’s unfortunate own goal put Liverpool in the lead. The defender unintentionally directed Trent Alexander-Arnold’s dangerous free-kick into the net.
In added time, Luis Diaz sealed the victory with a second goal on the counter-attack, taking advantage of Arsenal’s missed chances in the first half. Martin Odegaard had come closest for the Gunners, hitting the bar.
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Despite Arsenal’s promising start, Liverpool took control as the game progressed. Aaron Ramsdale made a crucial save from Diaz, and Diogo Jota’s attempt hit the woodwork.
The Sunday night loss marks Arsenal’s third consecutive defeat in all competitions, with only one win in their last seven matches, a run that began with a 1-1 draw against Liverpool on December 23.
Looking ahead, Arsenal aims to bounce back in the Premier League with a London derby against Crystal Palace on Saturday, January 20. Liverpool’s next Premier League fixture is a trip to AFC Bournemouth the following day.
–IANS