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Liverpool has taken another decisive step toward securing the Premier League title, extending their lead at the top of the table to 16 points. Mohamed Salah’s brace from the penalty spot helped the Reds secure a 3-1 victory over Southampton, putting them on course for their record-tying 20th English top-flight championship.
With just nine games remaining in the season, Liverpool’s dominance is becoming increasingly evident. Despite Arsenal holding two games in hand, their chances of catching up seem slim. The latest win at Anfield further cements Liverpool’s control over the title race, as they continue to overpower their competition with clinical performances.
Salah’s performance not only propelled his team toward another crucial victory but also strengthened his lead in the Premier League Golden Boot race. With 27 goals this season, he is now seven goals ahead of his nearest competitor. The Egyptian forward’s consistency in front of goal has been instrumental in Liverpool’s campaign, and he now finds himself tied with Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero in the all-time Premier League scoring charts, both sitting at 184 goals.
Manchester City, the reigning champions and winners of the last four league titles, suffered another blow to their fading hopes. A shocking 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest has left them trailing Liverpool by a staggering 23 points. Callum Hudson-Odoi’s 83rd-minute goal secured a famous victory for Forest, further complicating City’s chances of even finishing in the top five. Currently sitting in fourth place, City faces increasing pressure from teams below them, with just five points separating them from 10th-placed Fulham.
City’s struggles have raised concerns about their ability to secure a Champions League spot for next season. Erling Haaland, who dominated the goal-scoring charts in the past two campaigns, had another quiet game and remains stuck on 20 goals. His recent dip in form has allowed Salah to establish a commanding lead in the Golden Boot race, making him the clear favorite to claim the award once again.
Liverpool’s latest victory came amid their ongoing Champions League battle with Paris Saint-Germain. Holding a 1-0 lead from the first leg in Paris, manager Arne Slot chose not to heavily rotate his squad ahead of the return leg. Salah played the full match against Southampton, while Darwin Nunez also featured prominently, scoring Liverpool’s opening goal and later winning the penalty that allowed Salah to put them ahead. The win showcased Liverpool’s squad depth and determination as they continue to compete on multiple fronts.
Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest’s unexpected rise continues to be one of the season’s biggest surprises. Just a year after narrowly avoiding relegation, Forest now finds itself in serious contention for a Champions League spot. The victory over City moved them four points ahead of the reigning champions, marking a dramatic shift in the Premier League’s power dynamics.
Elsewhere in the league, Brighton secured a dramatic 2-1 win over Fulham thanks to a last-minute penalty from Joao Pedro, moving them level on points with fifth-placed Chelsea. Aston Villa also picked up a crucial victory, edging Brentford 1-0 with Ollie Watkins scoring against his former club. The England striker has been a consistent performer against Brentford, netting six times in his last six appearances against them.
Crystal Palace added three points to their tally with a narrow 1-0 win over Ipswich, courtesy of Ismaila Sarr’s late strike. Meanwhile, Wolves and Everton shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw, with the result giving Wolves a six-point cushion above the relegation zone.
As the Premier League season enters its final stretch, Liverpool looks unstoppable in their quest for another title, while Manchester City’s struggles raise questions about their ability to maintain their dominance. With Salah in sensational form and Liverpool showing no signs of slowing down, the title race appears to be all but decided.