Liverpool vs. Arsenal: Andoni Iraola explains Trey Nyoni start against Premier League champions

By Ben Knapton | 01 Nov 2026 15:56 , Last updated: 01 Nov 2026 16:06 Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has explained his reasoning for handing Trey Nyoni his first Premier League start in Sunday's clash with champions Arsenal at Anfield. The 19-year-old was surprisingly named in the Liverpool starting lineup for the visit of the holders, getting the nod over the more experienced Ryan Gravenberch alongside Alexis Mac Allister. Speaking to Sky Sports ahead of kickoff, Iraola hailed Nyoni's on and off-ball work as key factors in his decision to start the 2007-born midfielder in such a crucial game.