Liverpool’s anonymous attackers cost them the chance of beating Arsenal despite dominant display… the gap to the champions is narrowing – but the Reds still aren’t close enough, writes LEWIS STEELE

Daily Mail writer Lewis Steele argues that Liverpool's attacking players failed to deliver during a 1-0 defeat against Arsenal at Anfield, despite the home side dominating possession. The Reds failed to register a single shot on target throughout the match. Steele writes that while manager Andoni Iraola has narrowed the gap to top Premier League contenders, Liverpool remain just short of the level required to challenge for the title.

Steele highlights that high-profile forwards Florian Wirtz, Alexander Isak, and Bradley Barcola struggled to create clear opportunities against a resilient Arsenal defense. Nineteen-year-old midfielder Trey Nyoni impressed on his first Premier League start, potentially threatening Ryan Gravenberch's place in the lineup. Despite grievances over an unawarded first-half penalty on Isak, Steele concludes that Liverpool simply lacked the cutting edge to win.