Mohamed Salah scored a brace as Liverpool claimed a 0-2 victory against Bournemouth, MySportDab reports.
Another wonderful outing away from Anfield which yelled the maximum points for Arne Slot and his players.
The Reds secured a 2-0 victory over the Cherries at the Vitality Stadium, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League to nine points.
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Mohamed Salah was the standout performer, netting both goals for the Reds in the 90 minutes which was brilliant.
The match’s first significant moment occurred in the 28th minute when Liverpool was awarded a controversial penalty.
Cody Gakpo appeared to be tripped by Bournemouth’s Lewis Cook, but replays suggested Gakpo might have clipped his own legs.
Despite the debate, VAR upheld the referee’s decision, and Salah converted the spot-kick to give Liverpool the lead 0-1 in the 30th minute.
Bournemouth, who entered the game on an 11-match unbeaten run, responded with determination.
They dominated possession for stretches and created several opportunities, but Liverpool’s goalkeeper, Alisson Becker, was in fine form, denying the hosts on multiple occasions.
In the 75th minute, Liverpool doubled their advantage. Curtis Jones, making his return from injury, provided the assist for Salah, who curled a shot into the top corner, sealing the win for the visitors.
This victory not only ended Bournemouth’s impressive unbeaten streak but also extended Liverpool’s own run to 19 games without defeat.
The Reds now sit comfortably at the summit of the Premier League, nine points clear of their closest rivals.
The match was not without its controversies, particularly regarding the penalty decision, which has been a significant talking point among fans and pundits alike.
The Premier League issued a statement supporting the referee’s decision, but debates continue over the role of VAR in such situations.
The victory hands Arne Slot another chance closer to winning the Premier League title in his first time of asking.
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