Liverpool secured a significant victory in the Premier League on Sunday, defeating Manchester City 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium. This triumph propels Liverpool to an 11-point lead over Arsenal, positioning them at the summit of the table.
The star of the match was Mohamed Salah, who notched his 30th goal of the season. Salah opened the scoring and later assisted Dominik Szoboszlai's goal, solidifying Liverpool's advantage before halftime. \\"It is special. Especially when you are in the title race, it is incredible,\\" Salah remarked following the win. \\"Me and the big guys in the team, we need another title.\\"
This victory marks Liverpool's first league win at the Etihad in a decade, extending their lead to 20 points over the reigning English champions, Manchester City. Just days after their exit from the Champions League to Real Madrid, Liverpool demonstrates resilience under the new management of Arne Slot. In his first season, Slot emphasizes the team's dedication and the hard work required to maintain their leading position. \\"We work every single day to achieve this and it is three months of very hard work ahead to maintain this,\\" Slot stated.
The match was a testament to Manchester City's defensive vulnerabilities, further exacerbated by the absence of the injured Erling Haaland. In contrast, Liverpool's offensive lineup remained potent, with Salah boasting impressive statistics of 25 goals and 16 assists in 27 Premier League appearances.
Elsewhere in the league, Newcastle United secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Nottingham Forest, enhancing their hopes for Champions League qualification.
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