Salah seals comeback win as Liverpool claim top spot in EPL

Salah seals comeback win as Liverpool claim top spot in EPL

AGS NEWS – Mohamed Salah’s decisive goal propelled Liverpool to the top of the Premier League table as they rallied from an early setback to secure a 2-1 victory over Brighton on Sunday.

Liverpool faced an early setback at Anfield when Danny Welbeck scored for Brighton just 85 seconds into the match.

However, Luis Diaz restored parity with an equalizer later in the first half before Salah sealed the win with a clinical finish after halftime.

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Salah’s goal, his 22nd in all competitions this season and his third in as many games, proved crucial as Liverpool extended their unbeaten run to six league matches.

With this win, Liverpool now sit three points clear at the top of the Premier League standings, ahead of second-placed Arsenal.

However, the gap could be closed depending on the result of Arsenal’s match against Manchester City later on Sunday.

Liverpool’s pursuit of a 20th English title remains on track, with Salah playing a pivotal role in their quest for success. The team’s next challenge comes against Sheffield United at Anfield on Thursday.

Speculation surrounds Brighton manager Roberto de Zerbi as a potential successor to Jurgen Klopp, who is set to leave Liverpool at the end of the season.

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Klopp has previously praised De Zerbi’s coaching abilities, adding to the intrigue surrounding Brighton’s boss.

Despite the setback of their recent FA Cup quarter-final defeat to Manchester United, Liverpool showcased resilience against Brighton, overcoming an early setback to claim a crucial victory.