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Liverpool struggles in title race after home defeat to Arsenal

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Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Liverpool struggles in title race after home defeat to Arsenal
Summary

Liverpool fell 1-0 to Arsenal at Anfield on November 1, leaving them nine points off the Premier League leaders. Despite showing improvement under head coach Andoni Iraola, the Reds' recent home form has been poor, with only one win in five league matches. Ian Ladyman noted that while there is progress, Liverpool remains unprepared for a serious title challenge this season. The team's goals may now shift to securing a top-three finish, advancing in the Champions League, and pursuing a domestic cup.

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  • •Liverpool lost 1-0 to Arsenal at home on November 1.
  • •The defeat leaves Liverpool nine points behind the league leaders.
  • •Liverpool has only one home win out of five league matches this season.
  • •Ian Ladyman suggests Liverpool is not ready for a title challenge.
  • •Focus now shifts to a top-three finish and cup competitions.
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  • 4:09 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Not ready’ – Liverpool told to forget about partaking in title race after Arsenal reality check
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Liverpool aren’t yet ready to mount a serious Premier League title challenge this season, despite signs of ‘progress’ under Andoni Iraola.That’s according to Ian Ladyman in his column for the ...

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