Liverpool Beat West Ham 5-0 To Extend Lead

Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League with a resounding 5-0 victory over West Ham United at the London Stadium. The win saw the Reds move 8 points clear, with 45 points after 18 matches, maintaining their position as league leaders.

Luis Díaz, Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Diogo Jota were all on target for Jurgen Klopp’s side, showcasing a dominant performance away from home. West Ham, despite a valiant effort, were unable to cope with Liverpool's attacking brilliance and remain in 13th place with 23 points from 19 matches.

In another key fixture on the same night, Manchester City secured a much-needed 2-0 victory over Leicester City at the Etihad Stadium. Fabinho and Erling Haaland were the scorers for City, who ended a run of four consecutive league matches without a win. With 31 points from 18 matches, City climbed to fifth place in the standings. The victory not only provided relief for the defending champions but also boosted their hopes of remaining in the top four to secure a spot in next season’s Champions League.

As the season progresses, Liverpool's title challenge looks increasingly strong, while Manchester City will be eager to build momentum as they push for a place among the elite in Europe.