Well, as sporting Christmases go, Liverpool have been handing out the big presents – and this case – an almighty spanking for Arsenal. As in the Man United game, the scoreline isn’t really a fair reflection. It should have been more! The Reds were insanely good, especially after the early wobble when the Gunners took the lead. Attacking from all sides with pace, power, precision and a verve that no team could cope with. Simply magnificent.

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