As Liverpool faced a tough challenge against Bournemouth, who were unbeaten in 12 matches, the Reds knew a win would put pressure on their title rivals. Despite a difficult start, the team took control of the game after Mohamed Salah scored a penalty. Head coach Arne Slot was heard urging his team on from the sidelines, as they proved to be a tough opponent for Bournemouth. Even with a controversial penalty call, Liverpool stayed in control and earned a crucial victory.
Liverpool secured a crucial victory against Bournemouth, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League table to nine points. A first half penalty decision and Mo Salah's two goals, his 20th and 21st of the season, sparked controversy and frustration for the home team. Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk praised Salah's hard work, while Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola expressed frustration with the lack of consistency in refereeing. Join the Mirror Football community for more exclusive content and updates on the Premier League.
Liverpool coach Arne Slot addresses Federico Chiesa's struggles for playing time at the club and explains the difficulties in bringing back injured players, especially with no winter break or mid-week games to help ease them in. Despite his limited playing time, Chiesa has still managed to score one goal and provide one assist in six appearances with the Reds this season. However, with a strong front line that includes Mo Salah, Chiesa may have a tough time breaking into the starting lineup.
Sky reporter Shingi Mararike brings the news that Manchester United's match against Liverpool is still on, much to the dismay of loyal fans. While concern for the safety of players and supporters was a major factor in the decision, United's recent losing streak and absence of Mo Salah gave them a glimmer of hope. With jokes from Roy Keane and snowy antics from Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher, the game was set to be an interesting one. In the end, Diallo rescues a point for United, leaving fans divided over the performance.
Liverpool star forward, Mohamed Salah, gave a mysterious answer when asked about his contract situation with the club during a press conference after their 3-2 win against Southampton. The 32-year-old, along with teammates Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold, is out of contract at the end of the 2024/25 season. While Van Dijk and Alexander-Arnold have remained tight-lipped, Salah has hinted at a possible departure by saying he feels "more in than out" of the club.
In a stellar performance, Liverpool defeated West Ham 5-0 in a match that saw them take a commanding lead at the top of the Premier League table. Goals from Luis Diaz, Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Diogo Jota secured their victory, pushing their main title rivals Arsenal and Chelsea behind by nine and ten points respectively. Express Sport provides player ratings for the match, highlighting Alisson's clean sheet and Alexander-Arnold's goal and assist.
After securing another win for Liverpool, Mo Salah made history by becoming the first player in Premier League history to have 10 goals and 10 assists before Christmas. He also moved to fourth in Liverpool's all-time scoring charts and is only 117 goals away from breaking Ian Rush's record. Despite the staggering achievement, Salah remains focused on the team's success and expresses his admiration for Rush's incredible record.
With just 11 days left in the January transfer window, Premier League teams are scrambling to secure their squads for the second half of the season. One player who may be on the move is Manchester United's Marcus Rashford, who has expressed a desire to leave the club. Meanwhile, Liverpool faces the challenge of resolving contract issues with key players such as Mo Salah and Virgil van Dijk, while Chelsea and Arsenal look to bolster their squads with new signings. Keep up with all the latest transfer news and gossip on Mirror Football.
Liverpool’s star forward Mo Salah is in talks for a new contract, with his current one set to expire at the end of the season. His impressive performance this season, with 16 goals and 13 assists in just 23 appearances, is putting pressure on the club’s management and owners to offer him a new deal. Salah’s former teammate, Mohamed Aboutrika, believes that his form is his way of proving his worth and is speaking louder than any words could. However, with potential interest from other clubs, Liverpool must act quickly to secure their talisman’s future.
The transfer window is imminent, and Premier League teams are alreadybusy making plans for their winter recruits. Liverpool, Manchester United, and Chelsea are all eagerly vying for Eintrackt Frankfurt's Hugo Larsson. With uncertain futures for key players like Mo Salah, clubs are looking to bolster their lineups for a title charge. Meanwhile, expert Jamie Carragher predicts that Liverpool may sell young talent Darwin Nunez in the summer. It's set to be an exciting window as teams scramble to secure their targets.