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Liverpool extend Premier League lead after dramatic 4-2 win against Newcastle

Liverpool settled a 4-2 victory over Newcastle in a dramatic Premier League clash, taking them three points clear at the top of the table. However, the win was marred by controversy surrounding a late penalty decision. The Reds dominated the match at Anfield, with Mohamed Salah scoring twice. But the highlight of the game came when referee Anthony Taylor awarded Liverpool a penalty after Diogo Jota was deemed to have been tripped by Newcastle’s Martin Dubravka. Mohamed Salah scored the controversial penalty for Liverpool – Getty image Despite replays suggesting minimal contact, VAR did not intervene, and Salah converted the penalty to seal the win. Before the controversial penalty, Liverpool had already taken the lead with Salah scoring from the spot early in the second half. However, Newcastle quickly equalized through Alexander Isak. Liverpool continued to press forward, eventually regaining the lead through a goal from Curtis Jones. Meanwhile, Cody Gakpo thought he had secured the win for Liverpool, Newcastle’s Sven Botman scored from a corner to break the margin to 3-2. Salah’s successful penalty in the closing minutes sealed the win for Liverpool, who now lead the Premier League standings by three points.

Liverpool leapfrog Arsenal to EPL top stop in 2-0 win over Burnley

Liverpool claimed a 2-0 win over Burnley at Turf Moor, picking up their place at the top of the Premier League table, ahead of Arsenal. The match saw Darwin Nunez break his two-month goal drought, giving the Reds two-point edge over the Gunners who sit second. Nunez wasted no time in making his mark, netting a stylish goal just six minutes into the game. Cody Gakpo set up the Uruguay international, who expertly curled the ball into the bottom right corner, putting Liverpool in an early lead. Liverpool beat Burnley 2-0 – Getty image Despite dominating the game, Liverpool missed several opportunities to extend their lead. Mohamed Salah came close to scoring but struck the crossbar, while a goal from Gakpo was disallowed due to a push by Nunez on Charlie Taylor. The second half saw Liverpool continue their attack, with Harvey Elliott’s goal also disallowed by VAR due to Salah obstructing the goalkeeper’s view. Burnley had a chance to equalize through Johann Berg Gudmundsson, but the Icelandic forward’s header went over the bar. In the dying minute of the encounter, Diogo Jota stole the victory for Liverpool with his 50th goal for the club. Jota capitalized on a counter-attack, slotting the ball past the Burnley goalkeeper to secure the win for Jurgen Klopp’s side.

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Arsenal hold Liverpool to 1-1 draw, retain EPL top spot

Arsenal secured a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Liverpool, ensuring they will spend the Christmas at the top of the Premier League table. The game started with a quick lead for Arsenal, as Gabriel headed in from Martin Odegaard’s free-kick just four minutes into the match. However, Liverpool quickly responded, with Mohamed Salah equalizing with a goal from the right after a pass from Trent Alexander-Arnold. The match continued to be tightly contested, with both teams creating opportunities but lacking the finishing touch in the final third. Arsenal draw Liverpool, retain EPL top spot – Getty image Liverpool had a golden chance to take the lead when a defensive mix-up from Arsenal led to a counter-attack. However, Trent Alexander-Arnold’s effort struck the crossbar, denying Liverpool. The draw means that Arsenal retains their position at the top of the Premier League table, while Liverpool sits just one point behind them in second place.

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Liverpool to face Fulham, Chelsea drawn against Middlesbrough in Carabao Cup semi-finals

Liverpool have been drawn with Fulham in the Carabao Cup semi-finals, while Chelsea will face Middlesbrough in the other tie. Liverpool secured a commanding 5-1 victory over West Ham, to take their spot in the semi-finals, setting up the two-leg encounter with Fulham. On the other hand, Chelsea landed their ticket for the round, after winning in a penalty shootout against Newcastle on Tuesday, following Kieran Trippier’s mistake, and subsequent penalty miss. The last time Liverpool and Chelsea met in the Carabao Cup was in the 2022 final, which ended in a dramatic penalty shootout victory for Liverpool. Liverpool have been drawn with Fulham – Getty image The first leg of Liverpool’s semi-final will take place at Anfield on January 8, with the return leg at Craven Cottage. Liverpool will be aiming to win their 10th League Cup title this season, with last year’s winners Manchester United already eliminated from the competition. Likewise, Chelsea will be looking to challenge Liverpool for the trophy, while Fulham and Middlesbrough will be hoping to cause major upsets and secure a spot in the final. If Middlesbrough reach the final, they would be the first non-Premier League club to do so since Bradford City in 2011. Bradford City faced Swansea in the said final, with Swansea securing a 5-0 victory.

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Liverpool thrash West Ham 5-1 to book spot in Carabao Cup semi-final

Liverpool have sealed their sit in the Carabao Cup semi-finals after a dominant 5-1 victory against West Ham at Anfield on Wednesday. Despite a record 34 unconverted shots in their previous game against Manchester United, Liverpool found their scoring touch in the hike encounter. The match saw Liverpool initially struggle to convert chances, but they broke the deadlock with a 25-yard strike from Dominik Szoboslai. Following the new signing, was Curtis Jones, Cody Gakpo, and Mohamed Salah, who added to Liverpool’s lead in the second half. Liverpool won West Ham to secure spot in Carabao Cup semi-finals – Getty image Although Jarrod Bowen scored a consolation goal for West Ham, the night belonged to Liverpool. The win secured Liverpool’s place in the semi-finals of a competition they are eager to win for the 10th time.

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Manchester United ease pressure on Ten Hag with goalless draw against Liverpool

Manchester United secured a goalless draw against league leaders Liverpool at Anfield, to ease the pressure on manager Erik ten Hag. The result marks the first time Liverpool failed to secure a win at their home ground this season. Before the draw, Ten Hag was under-fire with United positioned eighth in the league coupled with depleted squad due to injuries and the suspension of captain Bruno Fernandes. However, the Red Devils were resilient enough to deny Liverpool a win on their home turf. Manchetser United held Liverpool to a goalless draw – Getty image The visiting fans celebrated the team’s fighting spirit, earning a point against a formidable opponent. The match saw moments where United’s defense, led by Luke Shaw and goalkeeper Andre Onana, thwarted Liverpool’s attempts. Scott McTominay, the top scorer for United, had a chance to break the deadlock, but his shot was saved by Liverpool’s goalkeeper, Alisson.

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Liverpool leapfrog league leaders in frantic Mohamed Salah’s comeback goal, assist against Palace

Mohamed Salah notched his 200th goal for Liverpool, igniting a late comeback that secured a 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace. The match saw Jean-Philippe Mateta give the hosts an unexpected lead from the penalty spot, following a lengthy VAR review. The video assistant referee had earlier overturned a penalty decision for Palace after a four-minute, 31-replay analysis. However, Liverpool’s task was made more manageable when Jordan Ayew received a second yellow card, reducing Palace to ten men. Mohamed Salah ensured a Liverpool victory against Crystal Palace in the away encounter – Getty image Seizing the opportunity, Salah scored a 76-minute leveler, providing his side the opportunity for a comeback. Just one minute into added time, he provided an assist for Harvey Elliott, who struck a superb goal, bringing the Reds to the top of the Premier League table with just one point. The comeback dealt a blow to Arsenal, who had anticipated traveling to Aston Villa with their top-flight lead intact. However, they are now faced with a tough challenge to beat Unai Emery’s men who are third in the Premier League table, and are yet to lose a single home game in their last 14 encounters. Furthermore, the Saturday’s victory marked a historic milestone for Salah, making him the third Liverpool player to reach the 200-goal mark for the club. Salah, who scored his debut goal in the Premier League against Watford in 2017, has become a prolific scorer for Jurgen Klopp, overtaking records and establishing himself among Liverpool’s greats.

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Late double strike secures Liverpool win against Fulham, after Mac Allister’s beauty

Liverpool staged a remarkable comeback, scoring two late goals in just two minutes to secure a dramatic 4-3 victory against Fulham. Jurgen Klopp’s side faced the danger of a surprising defeat when Bobby Decordova-Reid headed Fulham into a 3-2 lead in the 80th minute. However, Liverpool rose to the challenge with incredible fit in the final minutes of the match. Wataru Endo, on 87 minutes, initiated Liverpool’s comeback with a crucial goal, leveling the score in the EPL encounter. Mac Allister scored Liverpool a beauty – Getty image Just a minute later, Trent Alexander-Arnold sealed the turnaround with another goal, to double his tally, and completing Liverpool’s stunning late surge. The deadlock was broken with a free-kick by Alexander-Arnold that struck the crossbar, rebounding off Fulham’s Bernd Leno to give Liverpool the lead. However, Fulham’s Harry Wilson responded swiftly to equalize. Liverpool regained the lead when Alexis Mac Allister scored an extraordinary long-range effort. Yet again, Fulham demonstrated their strength as Kenny Tete found the net in first-half stoppage time. With the game entering its 90th minute, Decordova-Reid’s goal appeared to secure victory for Fulham, but Liverpool had other plans, as substitute Endo and vice-captain Alexander-Arnold’s late heroics sealed a comeback win at Anfield.

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Liverpool climb to third in 3-0 win against Brentford

Liverpool climbed to third place in the Premier League with a 3-0 victory over Brentford at Anfield on Sunday. Mohamed Salah showed class with a brace. He broke the deadlock in the 39th minute with a clinical strike, capitalizing on Brentford’s missed opportunities in the first half. Despite two disallowed goals for offside, Nunez played a role in assisting Salah’s opening goal. Salah doubled Liverpool’s lead in the second half with a well-timed header from Tsimikas’ cross. The Bees’ appeal that the ball had gone out of play went unanswered.

Mohamed Salah – Getty image Adding to Brentford’s woes, Jota extended Liverpool’s lead, smashing in a goal from Tsimikas’ short strike. Tsimikas, registering two assists in the game, played a vital role in Liverpool’s dominance. With the win, Liverpool now shares points with the top two teams, Arsenal and Manchester City.

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Luis Diaz rescues late draw for Liverpool against Luton

Luis Diaz late goal secured a dramatic equalizer for Liverpool, denying Luton Town a historic win at home. The winger who came off the bench, delivered a vital goal for Jurgen Klopp’s side despite the ongoing ordeal involving his father in Colombia. Liverpool are enjoying a strong start to the season with just one defeat in all competitions so far. In midweek, they narrowly overcame Bournemouth with a stunning strike from Darwin Nunez, securing their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals. Díaz pays tribute to father after scoring a decisive Liverpool goal – Getty image In Sunday’s clash against Luton, the host broke the deadlock in the 80th minute with a fine finish from Tahith Chong, temporarily putting them in the lead. However, Liverpool staged a comeback in added time, with Diaz ensuring that the points were shared, resulting in a 1-1 draw.

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