Liverpool vs Arsenal Starting XI: Nicolas Pepe handed First Start, Ozil Makes The Bench

Jurgen Klopp’s men were convincing winners against Norwich before edging Southampton last weekend, squeezing in UEFA Super Cup success over Chelsea in between times.

Arsenal, meanwhile, sneaked a victory over Newcastle on the opening day of the season before overcoming Burnley 2-1 at home.

Alisson remains out injured with the muscular injury he picked up against Norwich in the opening match of the season. Nathaniel Clyne is also sidelined.

Naby Keita sustained a knock before the Super Cup, while Dejan Lovren is not involved with rumours of a move still surrounding the centre-back.

Liverpool starting XI: Adrian; Alexander-Arnold, Matip, Van Dijk, Robertson; Henderson, Fabinho, Wijnaldum; Salah, Firmino, Mane.

Arsenal are still troubled by long-term problems for Rob Holding, Konstantinos Mavropanos and Hector Bellerin, while Kieran Tierney is not ready to debut. 

Additionally, Shkodran Mustafi does not feature as he has been told to find a new club.

Granit Xhaka and Mesut Ozil have had issues with injury and illness respectively, but make the squad.

Arsenal starting XI: Leno; Maitland-Niles, Sokratis, David Luiz, Monreal; Xhaka, Guendouzi, Willock, Ceballos; Pepe, Aubameyang.