Bournemouth vs Liverpool as it happened: Mohamed Salah double sends Reds nine points clear in Premier League

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·1 Februari 2025

Bournemouth vs Liverpool as it happened: Mohamed Salah double sends Reds nine points clear in Premier League

Reds end impressive unbeaten run from Cherries in clinical fashion

Liverpool opened up a nine-point lead in the Premier League title race as Mohamed Salah continued his sensational season with both goals in a 2-0 win at Bournemouth on Saturday.

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Arne Slot's side rode their luck at times against a side unbeaten in 11 league games but Salah once again proved the difference as he took his league tally to 21 this season.

Salah rifled home a penalty after half an hour and then curled home an exquisite second in the 75th minute. Lewis Cook brought down Cody Gakpo and the decision withstood a VAR check despite the home crowd’s frustrations.

Bournemouth, who remain seventh, hit the woodwork twice -- through Antoine Semenyo when it was 0-0 and then Marcus Tavernier shortly before Salah wrapped up the points.

Liverpool have 56 points from 23 games, with second-placed Arsenal and Nottingham Forest on 47. Arsenal host Manchester City, who are fourth with 41, on Sunday.

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