Salah's Magic Touch Guides Liverpool to Comfy Win Over West Ham
Liverpool have surged eight points clear at the top of the Premier League table after a convincing 3-0 win over West Ham at the London Stadium, with winger Mohamed Salah becoming the first player to score and assist in eight Premier League games in the same season.
Salah's mesmerizing touch created the opening goal for Cody Gakpo, before himself scoring just before halftime. The Egyptian's brilliance was reminiscent of his early season form, and it sparked celebrations among the Liverpool team as they looked to stay ahead of the chase after two weeks without a win.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot praised Salah's display, saying: "I'm really pleased to see what Mo brings - he's been playing at a top level. His touch is incredible."
The victory was also notable for its defensive solidity, with Liverpool starting with a second-choice centre-back at the back and conceding only one shot on target. Their win marked an impressive turn of form since their 1-0 loss to Spurs.
Salah himself remained focused on his goal of winning the league with Liverpool, saying: "For now, the only thing on my mind is Liverpool winning the league... That's the only thing I've focused on since the beginning of this season."
With a number of high-profile transfers expected in the coming months, Salah was tight-lipped about his expiring contract, but made it clear he wants to stay with the club. Arne Slot also hinted that there may be some departures, saying: "So, talking about their private lives... I don't have control over them."
The Redmen face a busy few weeks ahead as they prepare for a clash against Manchester United on January 4th.
Top 3 Table:
- Liverpool - 29 points
- Nottingham Forest - 23 points
- Arsenal - 22 points
Next Match: Sunday, January 4th: Manchester United (H)