Liverpool Edges West Ham to Close in on Premier League Title

Virgil van Dijk's late header secures a 2-1 win, leaving Liverpool just two victories away from a record-equalling 20th league title.

Liverpool defeated West Ham 2-1 at Anfield, with Virgil van Dijk scoring a decisive 89th-minute header after an own goal from Andrew Robertson briefly leveled the match.
The victory places Liverpool 13 points clear of Arsenal with six games remaining, requiring only two more wins to secure the championship.
Mohamed Salah extended his contract with Liverpool and set a Premier League record for 45 goal involvements in a 38-game season after assisting Luis Diaz's opening goal.
Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Brentford on Saturday further bolstered Liverpool's title chances, while West Ham remains near the relegation zone in 17th place.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot praised the team's resilience, with the win marking a key moment in his debut season as the club closes in on their first league title since 2020.