Toba Owojaiye Reporting
Liverpool secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory against Everton, with Mohamed Salah scoring a brace and winning the man of the match.
The closely contested match saw limited opportunities for both sides. Everton’s Ashley Young received a yellow card in the 18th minute and was subsequently shown a red card in the 37th minute, significantly hampering Everton’s efforts.
Despite the spirited performance by Everton, Liverpool found their breakthrough when Mohamed Salah converted a penalty in the 75th minute.
The tide turned decisively in Liverpool’s favor when Nunez assisted Salah in scoring the winning goal during the 97th minute of extra time.
Liverpool managed to maintain their lead, ultimately securing the victory.
This win marked their third consecutive victory in as many matches, propelling them to the top of the league table with 20 points from nine games.
Notably, Liverpool showcased their prowess in front of the goal, leading the league with an impressive tally of 20 goals.
Salah’s exceptional performance, scoring twice in this match was instrumental in Liverpool’s triumph, solidifying their position as a formidable force in the league.