“He was worst and woeful than Zinchenko last night, he lost possession 13 times in 90 mins”- Arsenal legend Thierry Henry singles out Arsenal worst player who loser possession 13x and was “shocking” against Liverpool at Anfield

“He was worst and woeful than Zinchenko last night, he lost possession 13 times in 90 mins”- Arsenal legend Thierry Henry singles out Arsenal worst player who lost possession 13x and was “shocking” against Liverpool at Anfield

Arsenal faced Liverpool in a crucial match, aiming to stay at the top of the Premier League during the Christmas season. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, but not without challenges for Arsenal.

Gabriel scored an early goal for Arsenal, but Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah equalized later in the first half. The match highlighted concerns, especially in the left-back position, where Oleksandr Zinchenko faced some challenges.

Zinchenko, usually reliable for Arsenal, showed moments of vulnerability, notably in allowing Salah’s goal. Despite his shaky performance, the focus shifted to another player – Arsenal’s £74 million star, Gabriel Martinelli.

Martinelli, once a standout performer, has struggled this season with only two goals in 16 Premier League appearances. Against Liverpool, his decision-making raised concerns. He managed just one off-target shot and one key pass during his time on the pitch.

Furthermore, Martinelli’s performance was characterized by a lack of effectiveness, winning only 30% of his duels and losing possession 13 times in just 68 minutes. One OPTA analyst described his display as “shocking” and emphasized the need for improvement.

For Arsenal to contend for the league title, they require Martinelli to regain his form. The match against Liverpool underscored the need for improvement, prompting speculation about alternative options like Leandro Trossard starting in future game.

While Arsenal secured a draw against Liverpool, individual performances, especially in the left-back and attacking positions, indicate areas for improvement as they pursue their league ambitions.