**Arsenal's Disciplinary Woes Could Hinder Title Challenge Ahead of Key Liverpool Clash** Mikel Arteta faces a significant challenge as he prepares for a crucial match against league leaders Arne Slot's Liverpool, with poor discipline emerging as a pressing concern for his Arsenal side. For those seeking comfort in the club's history, Arteta might reflect on the era of Arsène Wenger. The legendary French manager, who recently celebrated his 75th birthday, is fondly remembered for transforming player fitness and nutrition, effectively ending the notorious Tuesday drinking club. However, during each of the three Premier League titles he secured, Arsenal recorded at least three red cards, showcasing a tenacity reminiscent of George Graham's championship-winning teams. A notable incident occurred on September 29, 2001, when Martin Keown was sent off against Derby for two yellow cards, the first for "preventing a quick free-kick"—a lesson for players like Declan Rice. While Arteta's squad hasn't reached that level of indiscipline, they have faced challenges of their own. William Saliba's red card in the recent defeat to Bournemouth marked a continuation of a troubling trend: Arsenal has only dropped points this season when reduced to ten men. As the team gears up for the pivotal clash against Liverpool, Arteta must address these disciplinary issues to keep their title hopes alive.

Arsenal's injury woes have deepened following the departure of Riccardo Calafiori during their recent victory over Shakhtar Donetsk. The defender was forced off in the second half due to what manager Mikel Arteta described as “not great news,” indicating concerns over a potential knee injury. The match, which Arsenal won thanks to a first-half own goal by Shakhtar's goalkeeper Dmytro Riznyk, was overshadowed by Calafiori's discomfort. His exit adds to the growing list of absentees, which already includes key players like Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, and Jurrien Timber. With a crucial Premier League clash against Liverpool approaching this Sunday, the team faces uncertainty regarding the availability of these important squad members.