Liverpool made significant progress towards the Premier League title with a 2-0 victory over Manchester City, extending their lead at the top of the table to 11 points over Arsenal.
Mohamed Salah was instrumental in the win, scoring his 30th goal of the season and assisting Dominik Szoboszlai for the second goal before halftime.
This defeat follows Manchester City's recent exit from the Champions League, leaving them 20 points behind the leaders and struggling to maintain their status as reigning champions.
Historically, Liverpool has often fallen short against City in recent years, but under the management of Arne Slot, they are now poised to match Manchester United's record of 20 English top-flight titles.
Arsenal's unexpected 1-0 loss to West Ham eased pressure on Liverpool, who had recently dropped points in two of their last three matches.
City's defensive weaknesses were exposed during the match, particularly in the absence of injured striker Erling Haaland. In contrast, Salah's performance highlighted his crucial role, bringing his season tally to 25 goals and 16 assists in 27 Premier League appearances.
The opening goal came from a well-executed set-piece, with Salah's shot deflecting off Nathan Ake into the net. City had a chance to equalize, but an offside call denied Omar Marmoush's effort.
Despite dominating possession, City struggled to convert opportunities into goals, suffering their eighth league defeat of the season. They remain in fourth place but face challenges in securing a Champions League spot for next season.
In a post-match statement, Salah emphasized the need for Liverpool's experienced players to secure another Premier League title to enhance their legacy.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United achieved a thrilling 4-3 victory over Nottingham Forest, with Alexander Isak scoring twice to bolster their bid for a top-four finish in the league.
Newcastle's comeback followed an early goal from Forest, showcasing their attacking prowess with four goals in a remarkable first half. Despite a late resurgence from Forest, Newcastle held on for the win, keeping them in contention for Champions League qualification.
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe acknowledged the need for improvement in defensive aspects, while Forest's coach noted the stark contrast between their first and second-half performances.
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