Andoni Iraola may have only taken charge of Liverpool this season, but he is no stranger to facing Arsenal. The Spaniard previously managed Bournemouth for several years and came up against the Gunners on multiple occasions during his time at the club.He has proved to be a difficult opponent for Mikel Arteta in recent meetings, having guided Bournemouth to some impressive performances against Arsenal. Those experiences mean Iraola already understands the challenge posed by the Gunners.However, Sunday’s fixture will be his first meeting with Arsenal as Liverpool manager. His team will enter the game on a five-match winning run, giving them momentum as they prepare for one of their biggest tests of the season.Iraola has faced many Premier League opponents during his time in English football, and Arsenal are among the teams he knows particularly well. That familiarity should help him prepare his players for what should be a demanding encounter.Iraola knows the challenge Arsenal poseArsenal have been among the strongest teams in the league over recent seasons and are the defending champions. Their quality, organisation and consistency make them formidable opponents, and Liverpool will need to be at their best to secure a positive result.Expectations are high at Anfield whenever Arsenal visit, and Iraola appears fully aware of the task awaiting his side. He has recognised the quality of Arteta’s players and the understanding they have developed through playing together.The Liverpool boss also believes his own squad has the ability to compete, particularly with the support of the home crowd behind them.(Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)Liverpool manager backs his playersSpeaking via the Liverpool website, Iraola explained what makes Arsenal such a difficult opponent while expressing confidence in his own team ahead of Sunday’s match.“We know Arsenal, we know how good they are, very good players, working a lot, working in synchrony, knowing each other very well and we have to be ready for that challenge. I think it’s going to be demanding, the game, but I also trust our players, trust ourselves and in a good atmosphere that for sure we will have on Sunday, I hope we can be at the level to win this game.”_____________________________________________________________________________________________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, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…The post Liverpool manager knows how Arsenal stars work as he plots their downfall appeared first on Just Arsenal News.