Gabriel Martinelli's hat-trick against Portsmouth shows he will offer everything for Arsenal outside the Premier League

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.

In a late flashpoint, Gabriel Martinelli shoved Conor Bradley off the pitch despite Bradley seeming to be seriously injured. The result leaves Arsenal six points clear atop the table with Liverpool fourth, eight points off third. Up next in the FA Cup, Liverpool will host Barnsley on Monday.

Liverpool held Arsenal to a scoreless draw on Thursday, but the Gunners maintain a six-point advantage atop the table

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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.

Rival fans mocked Jürgen Klopp for having a throw-in coach, which was a novel concept during the early years of Grønnemark’s time at Liverpool from 2018 to 2023. But the Dane’s impact was felt, instructing players how to best use throw-in situations, rather than teaching them throwing itself.

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.

The January transfer window is up and running, and Premier League clubs are bidding to improve their squads for a crucial second half of the season.