Arsenal kick off their 2024 fixture schedule with a headline clash against Liverpool in the FA Cup third round on January 7.
Both teams are eager to surpass last season's disappointments, having been eliminated in the fourth round.
The Gunners enter the weekend fixture in shaky form, securing only five points in their last six games. Despite a swift start at Fulham with Bukayo Saka's early goal, Mikel Arteta's side faces the challenge of bouncing back.
Ahead of the meeting, Paul Mersn has stated his prediction. While writing in his Sportskeeda column, the pundit claimed his belief that the ground owners will clinch a 2 - 1 victory at the Emirates.
"The two sides are set to lock horns once again, this time in the FA Cup. I don't think Arsenal can afford to lose this one as they are on a bit of a bad run. Over the years, they have been renowned for getting eliminated from all the cups in a season and could find themselves in a similar position if they get beaten at home.
The Reds also have a Carabao Cup semi-final against Fulham on the horizon, so they are unlikely to play all their key players for this one. Arsenal are playing at home and face a Liverpool team without Salah, so I fancy them to win this one."
Paul Merson's prediction: Arsenal 2 - 1 Liverpool
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