Liverpool 5-1 Arsenal: 3 reasons why Liverpool beat Arsenal | Premier League 2018-19

#2 Firmino’s goal drought ends

Firmino was brilliant throughout the game

In the 2017-18 season, Firmino was at the heart of Liverpool’s attacking runs, and played a big role in their progress to the UCL final. But ever since an injury at the start of this season, he has blown hot and cold, struggling to adapt as a pure striker in their line-up.

But once again when the team needed him most, Bobby Firmino stepped up and delivered a brilliant individual performance. In this match, he was given the license to roam freely in central midfield, and this resulted in some fabulous link-up play with Shaqiri and Salah.

He showed off his famous dancing feet in the 16th minute by beating Sokratis and Mustafi with ease, putting Liverpool ahead in the match. He registered a hat-trick after scoring a penalty in the 65th minute, but more than his goals - Klopp would be a pleased man to see the way he connected with the midfielders, helping his team win the midfield battle.