Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah inspired a 2-0 victory over Manchester City, moving the Reds 11 points clear at the top of the Premier League table. The win marked a significant step towards lifting the title, as Liverpool’s lead over second-placed Arsenal remains unassailable.
Salah scored his 30th goal of the season and provided an assist to Dominik Szoboszlai, who doubled the lead before half-time. City’s defensive frailties were exposed, and they missed the presence of injured striker Erling Haaland in attack.
Liverpool dominated possession but struggled to create clear chances until Salah opened the scoring with a well-executed set-piece routine. The Egyptian’s goal took his season tally to 25 goals and 16 assists in 27 Premier League appearances.
City had their opportunities, but Omar Marmoush was flagged offside, and Jeremy Doku failed to deliver a telling cross or shot. Salah then provided a assist for Szoboszlai, who wrong-footed Ederson in the City goal.
Liverpool’s lead has left City with an uphill battle to catch up. Despite an eighth league defeat of the season, Guardiola’s side remains in fourth and is confident of securing their place in the Champions League next season.
The win marked a statement from Liverpool as they continue their title push. Salah said it was “incredible” result for the team, acknowledging that playing at City’s home ground is always challenging.
Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/2/23/liverpool-go-11-points-clear-as-salah-inspires-2-0-win-over-manchester-city