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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Will Castle

Premier League legend feels Arsenal ‘weren’t brave enough’ in Liverpool defeat

Arsenal EPL Liverpool Wayne Rooney Mikel Arteta
  • Arsenal suffered an early setback in their Premier League title bid, losing 1-0 to reigning champions Liverpool.
  • Wayne Rooney questioned Arsenal's bravery and title credentials, criticising Mikel Arteta's conservative decisions, such as not starting Eberechi Eze.
  • The match saw Arsenal register only one shot on target, with Dominik Szoboszlai's free-kick securing the win for Liverpool.
  • Arsenal also faced an injury blow with William Saliba being replaced early, adding to concerns about key players like Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz.
  • Rooney suggested this season is “now or never” for Mikel Arteta to deliver silverware, given the significant investment in the squad.
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