Rout, Arsenal's Slump

In the 27th minute, Liverpool launched another attack. Gerrard received the ball in midfield, drove forward quickly, and delivered a precise diagonal pass.

The ball sailed over Arsenal's defense line and found the advancing Sterling with pinpoint accuracy.

Alaba chased back desperately, but he simply could not keep up with Sterling and could only watch helplessly as he charged into the penalty area.

Facing the onrushing Neuer, Sterling did not hesitate in the slightest. He calmly slotted the ball past him and into the net.

3-0!

Liverpool led by three goals at home!

Anfield Stadium erupted completely. The team song, "You'll Never Walk Alone," once again rang throughout the stadium as the fans waved red flags and shouted in wild celebration.

Sterling spread his arms and sprinted toward the Reds' supporters' stand, soaking in their cheers. It was his second goal of the match—he had scored twice in a match!

Gerrard also broke into a brilliant smile. It was his second assist of the match, and Liverpool's talisman was in superb form.

Rodgers excitedly waved his arms on the sidelines, his face full of exhilaration. He had not expected his team to establish a three-goal lead before even half an hour had passed.

On Arsenal's side, the players had completely fallen into a slump.

Alaba stood with his hands on his hips, head lowered and face filled with frustration. Being beaten by Sterling twice in succession had dealt him a severe blow.

Thiago Silva's expression was equally grim. The consecutive basic mistakes filled him with guilt, and he kept shaking his head, trying to calm himself down.

Wenger stood in front of the bench with his fists clenched tightly, his eyes full of helplessness.

Li Yufei took a deep breath, walked over to his teammates, and shouted, "Guys, get your