The Premier League leaders take on the reigning champions at the Emirates - two of our writers discuss the talking points

Arsenal are back to being six points clear of Manchester City in the Premier League, failing to capitalize on City being held to a draw of their own on Wednesday. On Thursday, Arsenal dominated the opening 25 minutes but let Liverpool back into the game and the Merseyside club looked more likely to score in the second half.

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Arsenal has missed a chance to pull eight points clear in the Premier League after being stifled in a 0-0 home draw with Liverpool.

Arsenal and Liverpool joined the host of big boys to drop points at midweek, as Mikel Arteta's men failed to grow their table lead via a 0-0 draw at the Emirates Stadium on Thursday.

Liverpool’s disastrous title defence means they’re significant underdogs heading to the Emirates but Champions League qualification and pride are both on the line midweek. An unbeaten run of nine matches has hardly been convincing but the Reds cannot be dismissed entirely.

When Liverpool faltered earlier this year, Arsenal picked up steam. They went on a run that led to them grabbing first place in the Premier League, a spot they have not relinquished over the past couple of months. The Gunners are riding a five-match win streak in league play, having won seven matches overall dating back to last month.