Liverpool Football Club has solidified its position at the top of the Premier League table, extending its lead to nine points following a convincing 2-0 victory over Manchester City at Anfield on December 1, 2024. This win deepens Manchester City’s ongoing crisis as they struggle to regain form in the league.
The match showcased Liverpool’s dominance, with Cody Gakpo opening the scoring in the 12th minute. Gakpo capitalized on a well-timed pass from Mohamed Salah, tapping the ball into the net to give Liverpool an early lead.
Salah later sealed the victory with a penalty in the second half after being fouled inside the box, marking a significant contribution to Liverpool’s performance.
This defeat marks Manchester City’s fourth consecutive loss across all competitions, a troubling statistic for the reigning champions. The team now finds itself 11 points behind Liverpool and in fifth place in the league standings. Manager Pep Guardiola faces mounting pressure as City grapples with its worst run of form since 2008.
Liverpool’s current nine-point lead is noteworthy; it is their largest advantage at this stage of the season since they won the title in 2019/20. Historically, teams that have held a nine-point lead after 13 matches have gone on to win the Premier League title, adding to Liverpool’s confidence as they aim for their second championship under new head coach Arne Slot.
With this victory, Liverpool has positioned itself as early favorites for the title, while Manchester City must regroup quickly to avoid further decline. The next few matches will be crucial for both teams as Liverpool seeks to maintain its momentum and City aims to turn its fortunes around.
As the Premier League season progresses, all eyes will be on how both clubs navigate this pivotal period, particularly with Liverpool looking to capitalize on their strong start and City striving to reclaim its status among England’s elite.
