{"id":1396907,"date":"2025-08-31T19:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-31T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=features&#038;p=1396907"},"modified":"2025-08-31T19:17:57","modified_gmt":"2025-08-31T18:17:57","slug":"player-ratings-liverpool-vs-arsenal-31-08-25","status":"publish","type":"features","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/features\/player-ratings-liverpool-vs-arsenal-31-08-25\/","title":{"rendered":"Liverpool 1-0 Arsenal player ratings: Szoboszlai stunner keeps champions perfect as Gunners falter at Anfield"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/football-tips\/premier-league\/\">Premier League<\/a> champions <a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/outright-markets\/liverpool-premier-league-outright-odds-squad-tactics-signings-full-squad\/\">Liverpool <\/a>maintained their perfect start to the 2025\/26 season with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over title rivals <a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/outright-markets\/arsenal-outright-odds-25-26\/\">Arsenal <\/a>at Anfield.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a tense contest of fine margins, it always looked as though brilliance or error would decide it. The decisive moment arrived seven minutes from time, when stand-in right-back Dominik Szoboszlai struck a stunning free-kick from more than 30 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Liverpool were far from their fluent best but seized their chance. Arsenal, meanwhile, had long spells of control yet once again came up short in a heavyweight fixture, their lack of a ruthless edge underlined on Merseyside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The result leaves Arne Slot\u2019s men as the Premier League\u2019s only side with a 100% record \u2014 and ensured the Gunners conceded their first goal of the campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"sq-toplist\">\n        <div class=\"sq-toplist__items\">\n\t\t\t    <div\n            class=\"sq-toplist__item\"\n            data-entity-id=\"1381291\"\n            data-offer-id=\"1381463\"\n    >\n\t\t        <div class=\"sq-toplist__item-container\">\n            <div class=\"sq-toplist__offer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"\/en\/go\/betway?q=gb-all-top-wof-s-spo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-brand=\"Betway\"data-placement=\"in-content-single-toplist\" data-rating=\"8.0\" data-position=\"1\" data-placement-details=\"logo\" class=\"sq-toplist__logo\" style=\"background:#000000\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.squawka.com\/images\/2025\/04\/29163700\/betway.svg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Betway Logo\" \/><\/a>\t\t\t\t                <div class=\"sq-toplist__offer-box\">\n                    <span class=\"sq-toplist__bookmaker\">\n                        <a href=\"\/en\/go\/betway?q=gb-all-top-wof-s-spo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-brand=\"Betway\"data-placement=\"in-content-single-toplist\" data-rating=\"8.0\" data-position=\"1\" data-placement-details=\"brand_name\">Betway<\/a>                    <\/span>\n                    <span class=\"sq-toplist__offer-title is-tablet-visible\">\n                        <a href=\"\/en\/go\/betway?q=gb-all-top-wof-s-spo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-brand=\"Betway\"data-placement=\"in-content-single-toplist\" data-rating=\"8.0\" data-position=\"1\" data-placement-details=\"offer\">Bet \u00a310 Get \u00a340 in Free Bets<\/a>                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <span class=\"sq-toplist__offer-title is-mobile-visible\">\n                    <a href=\"\/en\/go\/betway?q=gb-all-top-wof-s-spo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-brand=\"Betway\"data-placement=\"in-content-single-toplist\" data-rating=\"8.0\" data-position=\"1\" data-placement-details=\"offer\">Bet \u00a310 Get \u00a340 in Free Bets<\/a>                <\/span>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"sq-toplist__buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"\/en\/go\/betway?q=gb-all-top-wof-s-spo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-brand=\"Betway\"data-placement=\"in-content-single-toplist\" data-rating=\"8.0\" data-position=\"1\" data-placement-details=\"cta\" class=\"sq-btn sq-btn--secondary sq-btn--full\">Claim Offer<\/a>                <div class=\"sq-rating\">\n                    <span class=\"sq-rating__text\">Our Score<\/span>\n                    <span class=\"sq-rating__value\">8.0<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/betting-sites\/betway-bonus-code-review\/\" class=\"sq-review-link\">\n                    <span>Read our review<\/span>\n                <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\t\t\t        <ul class=\"sq-toplist__features\">\n                            <li class=\"sq-toplist__features-item\">Enhanced Offers<\/li>\n                            <li class=\"sq-toplist__features-item\">Exceptional Customer Service<\/li>\n                            <li class=\"sq-toplist__features-item\">Fantastic Promotions<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n                <\/div>\n\t\t            <div class=\"sq-toplist__item-tc\"><p>#AD 18+ New customers only. 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Distribution was less assured: a 40% long pass accuracy meant he too often surrendered possession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Milos Kerkez: 67%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Given a stern test against Madueke down Liverpool\u2019s left, Kerkez looked shaky at times but grew into the contest. Finished with a vital last-man tackle, two blocked crosses, two tackles, and two aerial duels won \u2014 all team-high figures. Not flawless, but resilient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Virgil van Dijk: 63%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A rare dispossession in his own half blemished an otherwise authoritative display. Produced one interception that led to Liverpool retaining possession and was key in advancing play, ranking behind only Szoboszlai for completed passes into the final third.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ibrahima Konat\u00e9: 64%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under pressure after a difficult start to the season and links with Marc Gu\u00e9hi, Konat\u00e9 produced a strong response. Dealt well with Gy\u00f6keres, making two clearances, one tackle, two blocks and completing 98% of his passes. Did, however, win only half his aerial duels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dominik Szoboszlai: 72%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stationed again at right-back, Szoboszlai balanced defensive diligence (one interception, one tackle, three clearances, 100% cross accuracy) with his natural instinct to drift infield. Settled the game with a stunning 32-yard free-kick \u2014 the first direct free-kick in this fixture since Coutinho in 2016. Gary Neville called it \u201c<em>Cristiano Ronaldo-like\u2026 the whip, the dip, the power, the pace \u2013 it\u2019s brilliant.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Alexis Mac Allister: 67%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Back in the XI after missing the Newcastle trip, Mac Allister\u2019s outing was mixed. Created more chances (2) than any Liverpool player before his 61st-minute withdrawal, but failed to complete any of his three dribbles. Positively, he won possession five times in the middle third \u2014 more than any Red in that period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ryan Gravenberch: 61%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First into the book after a foul on Calafiori and has now collected yellows in three straight league games \u2014 as many as in his previous 32 combined. Three unsuccessful touches blunted his impact, though he did complete two tackles. Only Mac Allister recovered possession more in the middle third.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cody Gakpo: 56%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arrived in form but couldn\u2019t sustain it here. Registered one shot on target from two attempts and completed his only dribble, but failed to create a single chance. A quiet afternoon by his recent standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Florian Wirtz: 66%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Still searching for his Leverkusen sparkle in a Liverpool shirt. Completed all three dribbles and won five of seven duels, while creating one chance and putting one of his two shots on target. Bright in moments, but influence faded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mohamed Salah: 52%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Frustrated for most of the afternoon. Did not manage a shot until late on \u2014 and it was off target. Failed to complete a dribble or create a chance, though he led Liverpool with seven touches in the opposition box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hugo Ekitik\u00e9: 41%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An anonymous display. Failed to register a shot, create a chance, or complete either of his two dribbles. Managed just one touch in the Arsenal box and didn\u2019t even complete a lay-off. A day to forget.<\/p>\n\n\n<hr \/>\r\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/bet\/betting-sites\/betway-bonus-code-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Betway welcome offer<\/a>: Get up to \u00a330 matched free bet and \u00a330 Uber Eats voucher<\/h2>\r\n<h2><!-- wp:heading --><\/h2>\r\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} --><\/p>\r\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Go to Betway using\u00a0<a href=\"\/en\/go\/betway?q=gb-all-con-wof-s-spo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>this link<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\r\n<li>Make a deposit of \u00a330.<\/li>\r\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\r\n<li>Place a \u00a330 qualifying bet. Your bet must contain 3+ legs on any football or horse racing market. 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Perhaps he trusted his wall to do its job, but once it went past him, Raya was rooted. Made two saves (both from inside the box), but his long passing was poor, completing less than half.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Riccardo Calafiori: 64%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arsenal\u2019s new first-choice left-back continues to impress. Three interceptions, one blocked cross, and two aerial duels won underline a solid display. Up against Salah, he limited the Egyptian to speculative efforts and gave an excellent account of himself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Gabriel Magalh\u00e3es: 60%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shouldered extra responsibility after Saliba\u2019s injury and produced a steady, workmanlike performance. Completed one interception, one block and passed at 90% accuracy. Not spectacular, but reliable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>William Saliba: N\/A<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forced off after just five minutes following a clash with Ekitik\u00e9, never looking comfortable from the start. His withdrawal was Arsenal\u2019s earliest Premier League substitution since Laurent Koscielny in 2012. A big setback given his defensive partnership with Gabriel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Jurri\u00ebn Timber: 60%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Had an engaging battle with Gakpo and stood up well. Registered a team-high five clearances and even got forward, with four touches in the Liverpool box (second only to Madueke). Also executed Arsenal\u2019s only successful offside trap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Declan Rice: 62%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On set-piece duty, but his corners repeatedly disappointed. Still contributed defensively, with three interceptions and a team-high five recoveries in the middle third. Won just half of his take-ons, but kept Arsenal\u2019s midfield ticking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mart\u00edn Zubimendi: 55%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Struggled to impose himself, dribbled past three times \u2014 more than any Arsenal player. A tough start to Premier League life, though, trips to Old Trafford and Anfield in his first three games explain some of the learning curve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mikel Merino: 65%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Started ahead of \u00d8degaard but was replaced on 70 minutes. Won four duels and was dribbled past once, yet offered little incision. His replacement contributed more in the attacking third than he managed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Gabriel Martinelli: 53%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A muted outing. With Szoboszlai out of position at right-back, he had the chance to dominate but never attempted a dribble, created no chances, and didn\u2019t manage a shot. Arsenal\u2019s attacks flowed down the opposite flank before he was withdrawn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Viktor Gy\u00f6keres: 43%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anonymous again on the road. Didn\u2019t register a single shot and grew visibly frustrated, leaving a late challenge on Van Dijk that earned him a yellow card. A disappointing afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Noni Madueke: 61%<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arsenal\u2019s brightest spark. Completed their only successful dribble, had three shots (one on target) and a team-high nine touches in Liverpool\u2019s box. Frequently unsettled Kerkez but lacked support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-squawka-player-ratings-work\">How do Squawka player ratings work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Squawka\u2019s new player rating system is wholly stats-based. Player scores are based on the numbers they put up across a range of on-ball events, from goals scored to tackles won.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We tailored each score to the players\u2019 respective positions using extensive research and expertise. For example, forwards are rated on metrics like shots on target, touches in the opposition box, and big chances created. 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In a tense contest of fine margins, it always looked as though brilliance or error would decide it. The decisive moment arrived seven minutes from time, when stand-in right-back Dominik Szoboszlai struck&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":202,"featured_media":1396919,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_yoast_wpseo_focuskw":"","_yoast_wpseo_title":"","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"Premier League champions Liverpool welcomed last season's runners-up Arsenal for a mouthwatering Anfield battle. 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