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History suggests a difficult task for the visitors, as Liverpool have dominated recent meetings between the two sides, losing only twice in their last eight league encounters. However, the hosts will be wary of an Arsenal side looking to end a 13-match winless streak at Anfield in the Premier League. The fixture remains one of the most anticipated of the weekend, with both clubs looking to assert their authority in the early stages of the season.
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Elsewhere, Stamford Bridge plays host to a classic rivalry as Chelsea welcome Manchester United on Halloween. Both clubs are desperate for a change in momentum; Chelsea have struggled with consistency, losing 11 league matches since March, while United are currently enduring an eight-match winless run across all competitions. Despite their form, United will be buoyed by their success against the Blues last season, having won both league meetings. A victory for the visitors would mark their first three-game winning streak against Chelsea since 1965.
Manchester City, fresh off their first league defeat of the season against Aston Villa, look to bounce back at home against Brighton. City maintain a formidable record on Halloween, having won their last 10 league matches played on the date. They face a Brighton side that currently leads the division in scoring with 23 goals, narrowly edging out City’s tally of 20. Both teams also lead the league in expected goals, setting the stage for a potentially high-scoring affair.
In other notable action, Tottenham Hotspur host Crystal Palace, with Spurs relying on a late-game surge that has seen them net six of their eight goals in the final 15 minutes of play. Meanwhile, Fulham travel to Aston Villa aiming for a third consecutive win, and Bournemouth host Leeds United in a fixture that has historically been prolific, producing 20 goals across their four previous top-flight meetings. The matchweek concludes at St James' Park, where Newcastle United face an Everton side looking to secure three consecutive away victories at the venue for the first time.
