Liverpool FC further strengthened their position at the top of the Premier League with an impressive 3-1 victory over Leicester City on Matchday 18. The encounter took place at Anfield on Boxing Day, and the victory followed Chelsea’s surprising defeat to Fulham earlier in the day, giving Arne Slot’s side a golden opportunity to extend their lead . The Reds are now 7 points ahead, with a game in hand to further extend their domination.
The match started brightly, with Leicester City taking the lead in the sixth minute, with Jordan Ayew scoring a deflected shot following a low cross from Stephy Mavididi. However, Liverpool quickly equalized. Cody Gakpo showed his finesse as he dribbled past defenders on the left flank, delivering a spectacular shot from outside the box during first-half injury time. The moment ignited the atmosphere for an electrifying second half at Anfield.
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Early in the second half, Liverpool took the initiative when Curtis Jones materialized a chance, finishing a fine cross from Alexis Mac Allister. The Reds didn’t stop there; Superstar Mohamed Salah then increased the score by entering the area from the right before releasing a brilliant shot which left Leicester goalkeeper Jakub Stolarczyk with no chance. Liverpool displayed total domination throughout the match, stifling the Foxes and giving them little respite.
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