Liverpool delivered a statement victory by defeating Manchester City 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium, extending their Premier League lead to 11 points.
Mohamed Salah orchestrated the breakthrough with a brilliant set-piece finish, while his precise pass set up Dominik Szoboszlai for a low, well-placed strike that doubled the lead. With Arsenal already stung by their loss to West Ham, Liverpool seized the moment to assert their dominance.
Veteran pundits weighed in on the result, with Roy Keane declaring, “It is all over,” and suggesting that Liverpool have now firmly positioned themselves as the new title contenders. Jamie Carragher echoed this sentiment, emphasizing that beating Manchester City at home sends a powerful message to the rest of the league.
Manchester City, missing key figure Erling Haaland due to injury, were left struggling to create meaningful chances. Despite moments of promise, City’s offensive play faltered, leaving them a staggering 20 points behind the league leaders—a gap not seen since July 2020.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot maintained a measured approach despite the emphatic win, cautioning his team that every match in this competitive league brings fresh challenges. “We are in a great position, but we must remain focused and work hard in every game,” Slot stressed.
