Liverpool reclaim top spot as Jones hits winner against Chelsea
Liverpool reclaimed the top spot in the Premier League with a 2-1 win over Chelsea at Anfield, thanks to a decisive goal from Curtis Jones. After Manchester City’s late victory at Wolverhampton earlier in the day, Liverpool needed a strong response, and they delivered against a resilient Chelsea side under the management of Arne Slot.
Mohamed Salah put Liverpool ahead in the first half with a penalty, awarded after Levi Colwill fouled Jones in the box. Chelsea fought back and equalized shortly after halftime through Nicolas Jackson’s composed finish.
However, Liverpool quickly regained their lead as Salah and Jones combined for the winning goal, with Jones scoring on the stretch in front of the iconic Kop stand. This victory restores Liverpool’s one-point lead over City at the top of the table, while Chelsea remain sixth, three points off the top four.