Liverpool restored their seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton on Sunday. However, Arne Slot’s side had to endure a nervy second half as relegation-threatened Wolves mounted a spirited fightback at An
The Reds took control early in the first half, with Luis Diaz opening the scoring in the 15th minute. The Colombian forward pounced on a loose ball in the box, bundling it over the line from close range to give Liverpool the lead. The advantage was doubled in the 37th minute when Mohamed Salah calmly converted a penalty after Diaz was fouled in the area. The goal marked Salah’s 28th of the season, further cementing his status as one of the league’s most prolific scorers.
Despite their first-half dominance, Liverpool struggled to maintain momentum after the break. Wolves grew into the game and pulled one back in the 67th minute through a moment of brilliance from Matheus Cunha. The Brazilian midfielder executed a stunning drag-back and curled a shot from 20 yards past Alisson, reigniting hopes of a comeback for the visitors.
Wolves continued to press, with Marshall Munetsi coming close to equalizing late in the game. However, a crucial block from Jarell Quansah denied Munetsi and ensured Liverpool held on for the win.
The victory keeps Liverpool firmly in control of the title race, maintaining their advantage over second-placed Arsenal. However, the second-half performance raised questions about their ability to close out games comfortably, especially against teams fighting for survival.
For Wolves, the defeat leaves them hovering dangerously close to the relegation zone, despite a valiant effort at Anfield. Meanwhile, Liverpool will look to build on this result as they aim to secure their first Premier League title under Arne Slot. Their next challenge awaits as they prepare to face Aston Villa away on Wednesday, where they’ll need to address their second-half vulnerabilities to stay on course for glory.
