Liverpool increased its lead at the top of the English Premier League to seven points with a game in hand after a convincing 3-1 win over Leicester City on Boxing Day.
The Reds were given a big boost ahead of kick-off with both Manchester City and Chelsea dropping points earlier in the day – with City drawing with Everton and Chelsea losing 2-1 to Fulham at Stamford Bridge. This presented Arne Slot's team with the perfect opportunity to cement their position at the top, and they got the job done.
Leicester City took a surprise early lead at a foggy Anfield, with Jordan Ayew finding the back of the net inside the first 10 minutes. However, Liverpool quickly took control of the game, creating numerous chances and hitting the woodwork twice in the first half.
The equalizer came in stoppage time of the first half when Cody Jacobo provided a moment of brilliance. He picked up the ball on the left, cut inside a defender and curled a shot into the top right corner to make it 1-1 before half-time.
Liverpool resumed the second half with continuous pressure, and it took only four minutes for them to take the lead. Curtis Jones calmly scored from close range after a pass from Alexis McAllister, putting the Reds 2-1 ahead.
Cody Jacobo appeared to have scored a third shortly after, but a lengthy VAR review disallowed the goal. However, the score was settled in the 82nd minute when Mohamed Salah curled in a stunning shot from a tight angle, securing Liverpool the three points.
Mohamed Salah continues to shine amid contract uncertainty
Salah's strike capped off another fine individual performance, taking his Premier League tally this season to 16 goals and 11 assists in just 17 games – a staggering 27 goals. In all competitions, the 32-year-old has scored 19 goals and provided 15 assists in 25 appearances. (Transfer market)
After the match, he was again asked for an update on his future, and although he had twice previously made public statements about his contract situation, this time he decided to remain tight-lipped.
He simply said (quoted from He crosses): “I wish the fans a Happy New Year and I will see them in the next home match,”
There was Regarding the report on his future At the club last month but recent reports indicate that the club as well He is close to announcing a new two-year contract with the player.
Fans are increasingly concerned about his future, as his contributions this season underscore his continued importance to the team. Liverpool won't get a replacement for those kind of numbers, and if they end up letting him leave, it will certainly cause a backlash from fans.
