Walcott: Liverpool lost the goal in the last moments in recent games, and Eze was a smart decision to replace him first

Before Arsenal's away match against Liverpool, Arsenal legend Walcott commented on the team's decision to let Eze substitute on Sky Sports.

He said: "There will be a lot of Arsenal fans coming to see this game and looking forward to Eze's starting lineup. But I have a completely different view. Look at how Liverpool conceded the goal in the last few games, and that is exactly the moment Arsenal can play the best."

"I think this is a smart decision. It really surprised a lot of people, and I myself, but Arteta knows the rhythm of the game very well. They only have to get through the first 20 minutes and then everything is possible."