Both coaches Arne Slot and Mikel Arteta fielded strong lineups but still experimented with a few positions. In the first minutes, both sides played probingly. When they intended to accelerate, Arsenal immediately received a bitter defeat from their opponents’ sharp counterattacks.

Mohamed Salah received a through ball from his teammate in midfield, drove the ball straight down the penalty area and curled the ball into the net with his left foot to open the scoring. Liverpool doubled the lead when Fabio Carvalho rushed into the penalty area and scored a one-touch goal against Arsenal.

Kai Havertz managed to reduce the score to 1-2 for Arsenal from Martin Odegaard’s delicate handling. 2-1 was also the final score . Below are 5 notable highlights surrounding the match.

1. Salah Surprise

The 32-year-old was unusually poor in his shooting drills, with most of his efforts going wide of the crossbar or the post. Salah looked up at the sky in utter frustration, but when the big moment came, he was as good as ever.

This sums up Salah’s career at Liverpool, as he has always managed to make his mark on every game, even when he is not at his best. His pace and agility are trademarks and manager Arne Slot will no doubt be hoping that the winger can continue his world-class form into the new season.

2. The End for Zinchenko

Also in the situation where Salah scored, Arsenal’s left wing left a huge gap. Oleksandr Zinchenko could do a good job of circulating the ball, but in defense, this player was at fault for both goals.

Zinchenko couldn’t keep up with Salah’s pace and was easily passed. This is something Zinchenko often does in the Premier League. In the second goal, Zinchenko continued to let Carvalho freely rush down to score.

With Riccardo Calafiori having arrived at the Emirates, it is likely that Zinchenko will be sold or accept a reserve position.

3. Harvey Elliott Impressions

A great first pass set up Salah for a goal. The midfielder is intelligent and creative whenever he has the ball at his feet. The assist for the second goal was even better. A sensational lob to Carvalho to double the lead.

With what he has shown, Elliott can absolutely make a difference for Liverpool under Arne Slot.

4. Arsenal’s back four is formed

Calafiori appeared, but Gabriel Magalhaes will definitely start. In fact, this player has been the most outstanding player in Arsenal’s defense. Gabriel has made 3 clearances, 4 blocks from opponents, 2 accurate interceptions and 2 successful tackles. It is likely that coach Mikel Arteta will arrange William Saliba to partner Gabriel. The Gunners’ two wings will be Calafiori and Ben White in the new season.

5. Rapid change