Liverpool Women and Arsenal Women meet at Anfield on Sunday afternoon, with both clubs under increasing pressure to find some consistency after difficult starts to their respective Women's Super League campaigns.

Gareth Taylor's Liverpool have gone five matches without a win in all competitions, while Arsenal arrive on Merseyside having managed just one league victory in their previous seven games.

For Renée Slegers, the frustration has largely come from Arsenal's inability to make their dominance count. The Gunners have regularly controlled possession and created chances, but too often have failed to turn those performances into three points.

Liverpool will be hoping a return to Anfield can provide a much-needed lift. The Reds have lost just twice in their last 11 home league matches, although their recent defensive problems could leave them vulnerable against an Arsenal attack desperate to find its scoring touch.

Taylor's side were beaten 4-1 away at West Ham United last weekend, a result that followed their disappointing 2-2 draw against London City Lionesses.

Arsenal were left with similar frustrations after being held to a 1-1 draw by Aston Villa, continuing a run of results that has left them struggling to build any real momentum.

History does favour the visitors, however. Arsenal have won 21 of their previous 27 WSL meetings with Liverpool, including a 3-1 victory at Anfield on the final day of last season.

With a Women's Champions League meeting against Barcelona coming up on Thursday, Slegers will also want her players to produce a convincing performance before another challenging week.

Team News

Liverpool

Speaking at Thursday's pre-match press conference, Taylor confirmed that Liverpool had picked up no new injuries following the defeat at West Ham, although a number of players remain unavailable.

Ceri Holland is edging closer to a return, but Sunday's game is expected to come too soon. The midfielder could be back in contention before the next international break.

Anna Jøsendal, Sophie Román Haug and Aurélie Csillag are all expected to remain sidelined for longer periods.

There are more positive signs for Mari Ward, Lucy Parry and Vivien Endemann, who have gradually increased their involvement in training following recent fitness setbacks.

Mao Itamura is also making progress towards full fitness, although Taylor indicated that the midfielder still requires more training time before she can be considered for selection.

Arsenal

Arsenal head to Anfield following their frustrating 1-1 draw with Aston Villa, with Slegers hoping to see a sharper and more ruthless attacking display.

The Gunners have averaged more than 20 shots per league game this season, yet their finishing has repeatedly let them down. Finding the right attacking combination will therefore be a priority.

Alessia Russo has offered some encouragement, having scored in each of her last two WSL appearances.

Slegers also faces decisions over how best to manage her squad, with Thursday's Champions League trip to Barcelona followed by further European fixtures.

Likely Lineups

Liverpool

Predicted XI (4-1-4-1): Khiara Keating; Sam Kerr, Jenna Clark, Grace Fisk, Alejandra Bernabé; Fuka Nagano; Alice Bergström, Cornelia Kapocs, Natalia Ramos, Kirsty MacLean; Beata Olsson.

Arsenal

Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Misa Rodríguez; Ona Batlle, Leah Williamson, Steph Catley, Taylor Hinds; Georgia Stanway, Kyra Cooney-Cross; Olivia Smith, Géraldine Reuteler, Caitlin Foord; Alessia Russo.

Key Players

Vivien Endemann: Liverpool

Liverpool have had little to celebrate in recent weeks, but Vivien Endemann has been one of their more encouraging performers going forward this season.

The Germany international has contributed three goals and two assists in just 454 WSL minutes, averaging a goal involvement approximately every 91 minutes.

Her pace, direct running and willingness to attack the space behind defenders could give Liverpool a useful outlet, particularly against an Arsenal team that has occasionally left itself exposed when pushing players forward.

Slegers has previously spoken about the demands of Arsenal's aggressive pressing system, and Liverpool may see opportunities to break into the space left behind when the visitors commit numbers higher up the pitch.

Much will depend on Endemann's fitness, however, with Taylor confirming that she is still working towards being fully match ready after her recent absence.

Alessia Russo: Arsenal

Arsenal's finishing has been a recurring problem this season, making Alessia Russo an increasingly important figure as the Gunners look to get their league campaign back on track.

The England striker has scored in consecutive WSL appearances, providing some much-needed encouragement for a team that has struggled to turn its attacking pressure into goals.

Arsenal have registered 163 shots in their opening eight league matches, but their conversion rate stands at just 4.9 per cent. It is a striking statistic for a side that spends so much time in attacking areas.

Russo's intelligent movement, ability to bring teammates into play and instinct inside the penalty area could prove decisive against a Liverpool defence still recovering from conceding four goals at West Ham.

The challenge for Arsenal will be to create clearer chances rather than simply adding to their shot count. If they can give Russo the right service, she has every chance of making her mark at Anfield.

Match Details

Where is the game being played?

The fixture takes place at Anfield, Liverpool's historic home ground, where the Reds will be playing their second WSL match of the season.

What time is kick-off?

Liverpool face Arsenal on Sunday 8 November 2026, with the match scheduled to kick off at 12:00 GMT.

How can I watch?

Supporters in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on Sky Sports Football. Eligible subscribers can also stream the game through Sky Go and NOW.