Arsenal vs Liverpool 0-0: Gunners Miss Chance to Extend Premier League Lead

Arsenal's sprint toward their first league title in 22 years slowed to a crawl under the torrential rain of Storm Goretti. In a highly anticipated clash at the Emirates Stadium on January 8, 2026, the hosts were held to a 0-0 draw by a resilient Liverpool side.

Arsenal vs Liverpool 0-0 Premier League 2026 Analysis

Mikel Arteta's men had a golden opportunity to move 8 points clear at the top following Manchester City's recent string of three consecutive draws. Instead, the gap at the summit remains 6 points. According to Reuters, it was the first time all season that Arsenal failed to find the net at home, as treacherous conditions and a lack of clinical finishing thwarted both sides.

Missing Firepower and Woodwork Frustration

Liverpool came closest to breaking the deadlock in the first half when Conor Bradley's lobbed effort clipped the underside of the crossbar. The Reds, however, were shorn of their biggest attacking threat, Mohamed Salah, who is currently away at the Africa Cup of Nations. For the Gunners, Viktor Gyokeres continued his worrying drought, extending his run to 10 games without a goal from open play before being substituted.