Mohamed Salah on spot as Liverpool hold off Wolves fightback to reopen gap
A rare troubled week for Arne Slot ended in the relief of victory and the restoration of his side’s seven‑point lead at the top of the Premier League, yet concern lingers. Liverpool were given a serious fright by the relegation-threatened Wolves as nerves gripped Anfield for the first time this season. A potentially defining period awaits.
Luis Díaz and Mohamed Salah, with his 28th goal of the season, gave Liverpool a commanding interval lead as they sought to shake off the lingering effects of the Merseyside derby. Vítor Pereira’s half-time rollicking and changes to the Wolves side ensured they returned. Matheus Cunha reduced the arrears with a stunning strike and Slot’s team were suddenly plagued by doubt. Liverpool did not have a single attempt on José Sá’s goal in the second half. It was the first time on record that Liverpool had failed to have a shot in a half of football in a Premier League game at Anfield.
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