Sun Feb 23 18:51:17 UTC 2025: ## Liverpool Humiliates Man City, Extends League Lead

**Manchester, England** – Liverpool dealt a crushing blow to Manchester City’s title hopes and further solidified their own claim to the Premier League crown with a resounding 2-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Mohamed Salah was the star of the show, scoring one goal and providing the assist for another, as Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the table to a commanding 11 points.

Salah’s 30th goal of the season, a deflected shot following a well-executed set-piece, put Liverpool ahead in the 14th minute. He then set up Dominik Szoboszlai for a second goal before halftime, further exposing City’s defensive vulnerabilities. The absence of injured star striker Erling Haaland was keenly felt by the home side.

Despite City’s significant possession advantage, they lacked the cutting edge in attack, failing to capitalize on several opportunities. Liverpool, meanwhile, could have added more goals, with a Curtis Jones strike ruled out for offside and several other close calls.

“It is a very hard place to come and play,” Salah told Sky Sports after being named Man of the Match. “They are a tough team with an incredible manager. I’m glad we won the game. It is special to win here, especially when you are in the title race. Now we need to keep calm because sometimes the pressure comes to us.”

Despite the defeat, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola’s side remains in fourth place and is still expected to secure a Champions League spot next season. The loss comes on the heels of their Champions League exit midweek, adding to a disappointing season for the reigning champions.

In other Premier League action, Newcastle United secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Nottingham Forest, despite a late comeback from the visitors. Four goals in an 11-minute first-half blitz, including two from Alexander Isak, propelled Newcastle to a commanding lead, but Forest’s late fightback made for a nervous finish. The win moves Newcastle up to fifth place in the table, boosting their hopes of Champions League qualification.

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