Liverpool initially dominated, leading 2-0, but the introduction of Trent Alexander-Arnold sparked discontent among supporters. Arsenal, motivated by their need for points, capitalized on this moment, with goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Mikel Merino completing the comeback. Despite Liverpool's encouraging start, the reaction to Alexander-Arnold overshadowed the game, illustrated through fans' boos and mixed feelings from teammates. Arsenal's performance reflects their determination for a Champions League spot, while Liverpool aimed to assert their championship status after last week's setback against Chelsea.
Anfield was supposed to provide a painful experience for Arsenal and for 66 minutes Liverpool obliged. Then Trent Alexander-Arnold entered the fray and everything changed.
The boos started as soon as Alexander-Arnold waited on the sideline to replace Conor Bradley, reached a crescendo when he stepped onto the pitch.
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