Liverpool took a commanding 2-0 victory over Manchester City at Anfield, further solidifying their position at the top of the Premier League table. With this win, the Reds now enjoy a nine-point cushion over Arsenal, who sit in second place. Meanwhile, Manchester City’s struggles continue, as they fall to fifth, 11 points adrift of Liverpool.
The match saw Liverpool capitalize on key moments to secure the win. Cody Gakpo scored the opener early in the first half, capitalizing on chaos in City’s defense after a well-placed attempt from Mohamed Salah. The decisive blow came late in the game when Salah converted a penalty following a foul on Luis Diaz by City’s backup goalkeeper, Stefan Ortega.
This defeat marks Manchester City’s fourth consecutive loss in the league, a first for the club since 2008. For reigning champions, such a streak is unprecedented, with no team recovering from an 11-point gap this late in the season to win the title. Despite Pep Guardiola’s history of remarkable turnarounds, this slump casts doubt on City’s ability to retain their crown.
Adding to City’s woes, Guardiola faced taunts from Liverpool fans, mocking his position despite his past successes. His response, holding up six fingers to signify his Premier League titles, underscored his frustration.
Liverpool’s dominance under new manager Arne Slot has been striking. Since taking over from Jurgen Klopp, Slot has led the Reds to 18 wins out of 20 games across all competitions. With 11 victories in their 13 league matches, Liverpool are now strong contenders to reclaim the title they last won in 2020.
