When the 3rd round FA Cup ties were first announced, one matchup really jumped off the page at you- Liverpool FC at Arsenal. Whomever wins this tie will no doubt be deemed a strong favorite to win the whole thing.
After all, this is a clash of two of the leading contenders to win the Premier League title this season.
FA Cup 3rd Round FYIs
Arsenal vs Liverpool FC
Kick Off: Sun. Jan 7, 2024, at 4.30 pm UK time, Emirates Stadium, London, UK
Team News: Arsenal Liverpool FC
Starting XI Predictions: Arsenal Liverpool FC
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Fun Fact: Arsenal have only lost three of their last 49 FA Cup home games (W36D10)
Therefore, both sides will be looking to get their tournament campaign started out on the right foot. In terms of making a prediction of what the starting lineup might look like, expect manager Mikel Arteta to do a bit of squad rotation.
You’ll see a mix and match of starters and second-teamers taking to the pitch from kickoff here.
Arsenal FC Starting XI Prediction vs Liverpool FC (FA Cup 3rd Round)
Aaron Ramsdale; Ben White, William Saliba, Jakub Kiwior, Cedric; Jorginho, Emile Smith Rowe, Kai Havertz; Gabriel Martinelli Leandro Trossard, Eddie Nketiah
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