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Liverpool Strengthen Premier League Lead with Decisive Win Over Manchester City

Mohamed Salah's brilliance and tactical adjustments by manager Arne Slot put Liverpool 11 points clear as Arsenal falter in the title race.

  • Liverpool defeated Manchester City 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League to 11 points with 11 games remaining.
  • Mohamed Salah delivered a standout performance, scoring his 30th goal of the season and providing his 21st assist, further solidifying his record-breaking campaign.
  • Manager Arne Slot's tactical adjustments, including a shift to a 4-2-2-2 formation, effectively neutralized City's attack and showcased Liverpool's adaptability despite injuries to key forwards.
  • Arsenal's 1-0 loss to West Ham has diminished their chances of challenging Liverpool for the title, with injuries to key players like Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz compounding their struggles.
  • Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and making Anfield a fortress during the title run-in, with seven of their remaining games to be played at home.
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