Wed Feb 26 20:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Liverpool Extend League Lead with 2-0 Victory Over Newcastle

**Anfield, February 26, 2025** – Liverpool cruised to a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United at Anfield, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League to a commanding 13 points with only 10 games remaining. Mohamed Salah’s influence was key, providing the assist for Alexis Mac Allister’s second-half goal.

Dominik Szoboszlai opened the scoring in the 11th minute, expertly finishing a Luis Diaz cross after a clever run through the middle. Szoboszlai was a driving force throughout the match, and his performance earned him the Man of the Match award.

Despite missing key striker Alexander Isak through injury, Newcastle put up a resilient defense, but Liverpool’s superior possession and attacking prowess proved too much. The Reds’ second goal came shortly after the introduction of Cody Gakpo, who replaced Diogo Jota. Salah, making it 17 assists this season, danced into space and played a perfectly weighted pass to Mac Allister to finish off and secure the 3 points.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot, serving a two-match touchline ban, watched from the stands as his team comfortably controlled the match. News of Arsenal’s 0-0 draw with Nottingham Forest filtered into Anfield during the second half, further solidifying Liverpool’s position at the top of the table.

The victory further strengthens Liverpool’s title credentials, leaving them with a significant advantage as the season enters its final stages. Their next fixture is a Champions League last-16 clash against PSG on Wednesday.

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