Arsenal fans claim Reds overwatered pitch 'on purpose' to slow down Gunners
Arsenal fans have outlandishly claimed on social media that the Anfield pitch had been intentionally overwatered by Liverpool prior to their 1-1 draw on Saturday.
Heading into the game, both sides had the potential to go top of the Premier League if they secured three points.
Mikel Arteta's side seized the initiative early, with Gabriel firing the visitors into the lead just three minutes from kick-off after heading home from a Martin Odegaard free kick.
Liverpool hit back before the interval, with Mohamed Salah netting his 16th goal of the season in all competitions to draw level.
Both sides searched for a winner in an intense clash awash with controversy surrounding strong challenges and VAR decisions, but the game ultimately remained even allowing the Gunners to retain their place at the top of the table.
Following the game several Gunners fans made outlandish claims that the pitch had been intentionally set up to be slippery for their players.
Bukayo Saka appeared to slip as he challenged Kostas Tsimikas, with the Greek defender suffering a broken collarbone after sliding out of play and colliding with Reds boss Jurgen Klopp.
Writing on X, one Arsenal fan wildly claimed that the conditions on the pitch came from a deliberate attempt by Liverpool to stifle their style of play.
'Overwatered on purpose to slow down our play and accommodate their long ball tactic. Just look how slow the ball rolls.
'Every through ball slows down and timing when dribbling is off. Worst part is how dangerous it is for players.'
The same user shared a clip of Saka appearing to slip whilst under pressure from Ryan Gravenberch, landing precariously and subsequently clattering into the Dutch midfielder.
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