Liverpool took a giant step towards winning the Premier League title with a clinical display against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.

Goals from Mohamed Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai fired the Reds to victory, with the result putting them 11 points clear of second-placed Arsenal having played a game more.

They took an early lead with a smart corner routine, which had clearly been devised on the training ground.



Alexis Mac Allister fired a low ball into the feet of Szoboszlai, who flicked towards Salah for a first-time finish with the help of a deflection.

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Liverpool's star man turned provider before the break, laying the ball off to Szoboszlai who found the net with a clever strike into the bottom corner.

City worked hard to try and reduce the deficit but it was clear that Liverpool were going to see out their lead, with the final whistle prompting jubilant scenes in the packed away end.

Express Sport brings you the Liverpool player ratings from an impressive victory...

Liverpool player ratings vs Man City

Alisson Becker - 6

Had to deal with a number of crosses and shots but was equal to everything thrown at him.

Impressed with the ball at his feet, though, using his range of passing to get Liverpool forward quickly.

Alexis Mac Allister - 6

Took the corner which led to Liverpool's opener.

Improved after the break and found the net with a close-range finish, but the goal was ruled out for an offside in the build-up.

Dominic Szoboszlai - 8

Grabbed an assist with a cute pass to Salah for his side's opening goal.

Turned provider with a fine pass for Szoboszlai before the break.

Had a hairy moment when he smashed the ball miles into the air, prompting Alisson to come out of his goal, but otherwise did okay.

Cody Gakpo - 6

Entered the fray with the clock ticking down in the final 10 minutes, replacing Luis Diaz and getting himself involved in the play.

Jarell Quansah - n/a

A late addition.

Harvey Elliott - n/a

A late addition.


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