Mohamed Salah’s goal helps Liverpool take the top spot in the Premier League before their upcoming matches against Arsenal and Manchester City.

Liverpool FC staged a remarkable comeback to secure a thrilling 2-1 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield, propelling them to the top of the Premier League table. The match, played on March 31, 2024, witnessed an electrifying display of attacking football from both teams.

The game got off to a shocking start as Brighton’s Danny Welbeck unleashed a venomous strike into Liverpool’s net just 87 seconds into the match. Jurgen Klopp’s men were left stunned by the early setback, but they quickly regrouped and launched a relentless assault on Brighton’s defense.

Liverpool’s persistence paid off when Luis Díaz produced a moment of brilliance, volleying the ball into the back of the net on the 27th minute. The goal was set up by a perfectly timed header from Mohamed Salah, showcasing the lethal partnership between the two players.

The home side continued to dominate proceedings, and their efforts were rewarded once again in the 65th minute. Salah, who had already played a pivotal role in the equalizer, found himself on the receiving end of a pinpoint pass from Alexis Mac Allister. The Egyptian forward made no mistake, slotting the ball past the Brighton goalkeeper to secure the winning goal.

With this victory, Liverpool now sit at the summit of the Premier League table with 67 points from 29 games. They hold a three-point lead over Arsenal, who are set to face Manchester City later in the day. The defending champions, Manchester City, trail Liverpool by four points.

On the other hand, Brighton find themselves in ninth place with 42 points from 29 outings. Despite their valiant efforts, they were unable to hold on to their early lead against a determined Liverpool side.

This enthralling encounter showcased the resilience and attacking prowess of Liverpool, who have once again demonstrated their title credentials. As the season reaches its climax, the battle for the Premier League crown promises to be a thrilling spectacle.