Liverpool went in at half-time against Brentford with a one-goal deficit but a one-player surplus after Yehor Yarmolyuk was sent off in first-half stoppage time.
Liverpool predictably struggled during the early stages of their trip to face Brentford on Saturday, eventually falling behind to a Keane Lewis-Potter header.
Tottenham's new era under De Zerbi began in disappointing fashion as they were soundly beaten in west London, falling 3-0 to goals from Keane Lewis-Potter, Vitaly Janelt, and Michael Kayode.
Brentford goalscorer Keane Lewis Potter expressed his satisfaction after helping his side secure a valuable point against Arsenal, insisting that the hosts did enough to merit their share of the spoils.
The chasm between first and second in the Premier League table has reduced ever so slightly after gameweek 31, albeit not to the extent that Liverpool fans should be fearing a catastrophic title capitulation.
Brentford have taken a surprise lead against Aston Villa after a well-worked set piece. Unai Emery’s squad are currently one of the best in Europe when playing at home, as shown against Arsenal and Manchester City but still struggles away from Villa Park.