Strong Reds can't find the breakthrough at Emirates

Slot’s men the better side in second half against league leaders

- By PHILIP DUNCAN

ARSENAL failed to extend their Premier League lead over title rivals Manchester City to eight points following a 0-0 draw against Liverpool at the Emirates.

After City limped to a draw against Brighton on Wednesday, Arsenal had the chance to put clear daylight between themselves and Pep Guardiola’s side at the top of the table.

But while Arsenal enjoyed the best of the first half - despite Conor Bradley hitting the woodwork for Liverpool - the hosts spent much of the second period penned in by the side they are bidding to dethrone as champions.

Dominik Szoboszlai came closest when his free-kick dropped just over the crossbar as Arsenal rarely threatened.

Nevertheless, the draw takes Arsenal six points clear of City with Liverpool 14 points behind.

‘There are still 51 points to play for across the next 17 matches, but this had the feeling of a defining evening in north London as Arsenal bid to end their 22-year wait for a title.