Arsenal v Liverpool as it happened: Relive Premier League stats, updates

Arsenal were aiming to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to eight points with a win over defending champions Liverpool on Thursday.

Second-placed Manchester City drew 1-1 at home to Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday, when third-placed Aston Villa also shared a goalless stalemate at Crystal Palace.

That handed Mikel Arteta and his squad a golden opportunity to enhance their chances of securing the club’s first title since 2003.

Liverpool were unbeaten in nine matches in all competitions but had drawn their last two: 2-2 at Fulham and 0-0 at home to Leeds United.