Arsenal take on Liverpool at Anfield this afternoon, as Eberechi Eze makes his first matchday squad for the Gunners. In fact, Eze is expected to play a key role from the outset, it would be baffling if he is not a nailed-on starter for this game.While debate continues over whether he will operate on the left wing or in central midfield, one key role has now emerged. Although Arsenal always look to dominate possession, they have also become adept at punishing opponents through set pieces. Three of their six league goals this season have already come from corners.When it comes to corners and free kicks, Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka typically come to mind for their ability to whip in dangerous deliveries. But with Saka sidelined, many expected Martin Ødegaard to share the set-piece workload with Rice. However, Ødegaard is nursing a shoulder injury picked up during Arsenal’s 5-0 win over Leeds, though he is expected to travel with the squad to Anfield today.That might leave set-piece coach Nicolas Jover concerned, but should it?Eze up for set-piece dutiesJournalist Miguel Delaney, who had access to Eze’s first week at Arsenal, suggests the former Crystal Palace man could step in and take on a key set-piece role. As reported by the Independent, Delaney wrote:“Meanwhile, all talk from London Colney is that Eberechi Eze has been training superbly, as he relishes enjoying the move he has always wanted. Mikel Arteta has spent a week drilling him on specific attacking positions… and also set pieces. Eze’s superb deliveries could be all the more important with Saka out.”The importance of set pieces to this Arsenal side cannot be overstated. It was evident in their crucial 1-0 win over Manchester United, which came from a well executed corner routine.Eze (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)Arsenal rely on set piecesArsenal have long been one of Europe’s most effective sides from dead ball situations. Eze, a gifted set-piece specialist in his own right, could elevate them even further in this area. Jover now finds himself spoilt for choice, with several players capable of delivering from dead balls.As Arsenal continue to unveil different corner routines, Eze’s right-footed deliveries could cause real problems for Liverpool’s fragile defence and help the Gunners secure a long-awaited league victory at Anfield.Daniel O__________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, please contact us through this link…More Stories / Latest NewsEze expected to play key role as Arsenal chase important win at Anfield31 August 2025, 11:30Martin Ødegaard makes Anfield trip in what is a huge boost for Mikel Arteta31 August 2025, 10:00Arsenal v Liverpool: Match preview, team news, predicted lineup and score prediction31 August 2025, 9:00The post Eze expected to play key role as Arsenal chase important win at Anfield appeared first on Just Arsenal News.