Tributes paid to West Ham legend Billy Bonds at home game against Liverpool

Arsenal, the Premier League leaders, managed to secure a 1-1 draw against 10-man Chelsea in a crucial title clash, with Mikel Merino scoring the equalizer. Meanwhile, Alexander Isak ended his goal drought, scoring his first top-flight goal for Liverpool in a 2-0 victory over West Ham.

Lucas Paquetá, West Ham's midfielder, expressed his frustration towards football authorities after receiving a red card during a match against Liverpool, criticizing the lack of psychological support during a two-year investigation into spot-fixing allegations. The incident occurred in the context of West Ham's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool, where Paquetá was penalized for dissent.

West Ham United faced Liverpool in a Premier League match, with the game kicking off at 2.05pm GMT. The match comes in the wake of Liverpool's recent struggles, including a significant defeat to Nottingham Forest, which has raised questions about their performance and tactics under manager Arne Slot.

Billy Bonds, a legendary figure in West Ham's history, passed away at the age of 79. Known for his commitment to the club, he remained with West Ham even after their relegation in 1978 and captained the team to two FA Cup victories, amassing a record 799 appearances before retiring in 1988.

Liverpool's recent performances have plunged the club into a crisis not seen since 2014, with manager Arne Slot facing intense scrutiny after a series of defeats, including a 3-0 loss to Nottingham Forest and a humiliating 4-1 defeat to PSV Eindhoven. The team has suffered nine losses in twelve matches, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the current transfer strategy and player performances, particularly from new signings like Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak.

Liverpool, the defending champion of the Premier League, is facing a significant downturn after spending over $500 million on new talent last summer. The team has suffered six defeats since late September, raising concerns about their ability to defend their title effectively.