Liverpool triumphed over Southampton in a captivating Premier League clash at St. Mary’s Stadium. The Reds claimed a hard-fought 3-2 win, maintaining their position at the top of the table, while Southampton remained rooted at the bottom.
Match Highlights.
Goalscorers:
Dominik Szoboszlai (30′) opened the scoring for Liverpool with a superb strike.
Adam Armstrong (42′) equalized for Southampton with a well-timed effort.
Mateus Fernandes (56′) gave Southampton a brief lead, assisted by Armstrong.
Mohamed Salah’s brace (65′, 83’—penalty) sealed Liverpool’s victory.
Key Statistics.
Possession: Liverpool 62%, Southampton 38%.
Shots on Target: Liverpool 11, Southampton 5.
Corners: Liverpool 10, Southampton 3.
Passes Completed: Liverpool 583, Southampton 359.
The Game’s Flow.
Liverpool started on the front foot, and Szoboszlai’s precise finish rewarded their dominance. However, Southampton, resilient under pressure, fought back through Armstrong. Early in the second half, Fernandes capitalized on a clever assist by Armstrong to give the home side the lead.
Liverpool’s response was emphatic. Ryan Gravenberch provided a perfectly weighted ball for Salah to equalize. A late penalty, confidently converted by Salah, capped a dramatic comeback.
Man of the Match.
Mohamed Salah’s leadership and clinical finishing were pivotal. His two goals, including the pressure-packed penalty, underscored his importance to Liverpool’s title ambitions.
Liverpool’s victory keeps their unbeaten streak alive as they chase Premier League glory, while Southampton continues their battle to escape relegation.
YNWA