With the same determination, Arteta hopes Arsenal will continue to extend their lead.

The 21st round of the 2025/26 Premier League season will feature a highly anticipated match as Arsenal host last season's champions, Liverpool, at the Emirates Stadium. Manager Mikel Arteta stated in a press conference that the energy from the fans has made the Gunners a different team, and he hopes the team will continue to extend their lead in the race for their goals.

Thanks to a goal from Gabriel and a brace from Rice, Arsenal defeated Bournemouth 3-2 in their key match last round. After securing their fifth consecutive win, Arsenal currently sit atop the league table with 48 points, five points ahead of second-placed Manchester City. This means that if Arsenal can secure three points in this match, they will further extend their lead at the top of the table.

For Liverpool, Sloth's team drew 2-2 with Fulham in the last round of the league. After winning 3 and drawing 2 of their last 5 matches, Liverpool are currently ranked 4th in the standings with 34 points.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said, "This is a big game against last season's Premier League champions, and we also have a chance to prove ourselves. Our fans will arrive early and create an incredible atmosphere, and everyone is looking forward to this game."

"Our fans have been incredible this season, they've had a huge impact, and they've made us a different team. The energy, commitment, confidence, and desire we show in every move comes from them. We need them tomorrow and in every game."

Arteta stated, "This feeling is truly irreplaceable and makes the players different, including a better emotional state, more energy, and greater confidence. They drive the players to act with greater aggression and determination, and this power can motivate the entire team, which is exactly what we need to show."

“One of our losses this season happened at Anfield, when Szoboszlai scored a free kick in the final moments.”

Furthermore, Arteta added, "We've experienced similar situations a few days ago, after beating Aston Villa and then against Bournemouth, and this rhythm will continue into May. We are well aware of this because when we are in this position, we must strive to maintain and extend our lead, and to do that, our determination and desire must always match that goal."

“We want to win every game, and the most important one is obviously tomorrow’s game. We know how to beat them, and now we need to prove it on the field.”