Mohamed Salah Sets New Record for Liverpool
In a thrilling match against Brighton & Hove Albion, Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah scored the decisive goal in Liverpool's 2-1 victory, propelling the team back to the top of the Premier League table. This goal, scored in the 72nd minute, not only secured the win for Liverpool but also marked a significant milestone in Salah's career. With this strike, he surpassed Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler to become the club's all-time top scorer in the Premier League, now boasting 164 goals. Salah's achievement places him eighth on the all-time Premier League scoring list, trailing behind greats such as Alan Shearer and Harry Kane.
Liverpool Returns to Premier League Dominance
Liverpool's comeback victory against Brighton was crucial as it allowed them to reclaim their position at the summit of the Premier League, leading by two points over second-placed Manchester City. The match saw Brighton initially take the lead with a goal from Ferdi Kadioglu, but Liverpool's resilience shone through in the second half. Cody Gakpo equalized before Salah's record-breaking goal. This win was particularly significant after Liverpool faced defeats against Arsenal and Manchester City in previous matches.
Shocking Results Across the League
The Premier League weekend was filled with surprises, including Bournemouth's unexpected 2-1 victory over defending champions Manchester City, ending City's remarkable 32-match unbeaten streak. This defeat left City in second place with 23 points, while Bournemouth climbed to eighth with 15 points. Additionally, Newcastle's 1-0 win over Arsenal dealt a severe blow to the Gunners' title aspirations, marking Arsenal's second consecutive away loss. Newcastle's Alexander Isak scored the only goal of the match, helping his team secure their first win in six games.
