20th goal of the season for Salah
Liverpool FC have managed their eighth straight win in the Premier League, staying close behind leaders Manchester City. The team of German coach Jürgen Klopp deservedly won 2-0 (1-0) at Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday. Luis Díaz (19th minute) with a header from ex-Schalke player Joel Matip and Mohamed Salah (61st) with his 20th goal of the season from the penalty spot for the Reds, who took control after a bumpy start against brave hosts. Diaz’ couldn’t celebrate his goal at first.
The Colombian was hit on his header by Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sánchez and was down when the ball went into the net. After a short break, the 45 million winter addition was able to continue playing and was finally voted “Man Of The Match”. There had recently been a stir about Salah because he is said to have rejected an offer to extend his contract, which expires in 2023.
Four days after progressing to the Champions League quarter-finals, Liverpool remained on course for four potential titles this season. The gap to Premier League leaders Man City was three points after 28 games. The two teams will meet in April in a direct duel. Liverpool are in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup and face second-tier Nottingham Forest next Sunday.
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