Liverpool delivered a commanding performance at Anfield, defeating Chelsea 4-1 and solidifying their lead at the top of the Premier League table.
Jurgen Klopp’s men displayed attacking prowess and defensive resilience, putting the Blues to the sword in front of a jubilant home crowd.
The Reds wasted no time getting on the front foot, with Darwin Nunez hitting the crossbar and forcing a brilliant save from Chelsea goalkeeper Dorde Petrovic.
However, a potential penalty shout for Chelsea when Conor Gallagher was brought down by Virgil van Dijk went unheeded by the referee.
Undeterred, Liverpool pressed forward and were rewarded with two quick goals.
Diogo Jota powered through the Chelsea defense to fire the hosts ahead, followed by a stunning first-half volley from youngster Conor Bradley, his first goal for the club.
Nunez missed a penalty opportunity to extend the lead before halftime, but the Reds remained in control.
Despite a tactical change by Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino in the second half, Liverpool continued to dictate the tempo.
Dominik Szoboszlai headed home from a Bradley cross to make it 3-0, seemingly putting the game to bed.
Christopher Nkunku pulled one back for Chelsea, his first goal for the club, and then went down under a challenge from Van Dijk, sparking another penalty appeal that was waved away.
However, any hopes of a comeback were dashed when Luis Diaz added a fourth for Liverpool, securing a resounding victory.
This win marked Jurgen Klopp’s 200th Premier League victory, a fitting achievement for the German manager who has transformed Liverpool into a force to be reckoned with.
With a five-point lead at the top of the table, the Reds are firmly in control of the title race and look determined to claim their first Premier League crown since 2020.