Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League with a commanding 2-0 victory over Manchester City, leaving them 11 points clear of their rivals. Cityβs poor form continues, having now lost six of their last seven matches.
From the outset, Liverpool dominated the match. Cody Gakpo opened the scoring, and Mohamed Salah secured the win with a late penalty.
This marked the first managerial showdown between Liverpoolβs Arne Slot and Manchester Cityβs Pep Guardiola, and it was Cityβs first visit to Anfield since Jurgen Kloppβs departure.
Guardiola made the unexpected decision to bench goalkeeper Ederson, a six-time Premier League champion, but the gamble failed to pay off as City slumped to defeat.
The loss is a significant blow to Manchester Cityβs hopes of staying in the title race, with Liverpool pulling further ahead in the standings.