Premier League: Curtis Jones Shines As Liverpool Ride Over Chelsea To Reclaim Top Spot

 

Liverpool passed their first major encounter of the Premier League season in flying colors, edging Chelsea 2-1 at Anfield to reclaim top spot. Mohamed Salah's penalty and Curtis Jones' clinical finish sealed the victory, moving the Reds one point clear of Manchester City.

Homegrown hero Curtis Jones was the standout performer, winning the penalty that broke the deadlock and scoring the winner just 76 seconds after Chelsea equalized. His tireless pressing and clever runs caught the Blues offguard.

Mohamed Salah continued his remarkable form, scoring his 14th goal of the season from the spot and he provided the assist for Jones' winner. The Egyptian' forward had nearly drew a penalty from Cowell's tackle before he scored from that later drawn by Jones.

Despite not being at their best, Liverpool showed impressive resilience and composure to claim the victory. giving Arne Slot's tactical adjustments the desired outcome, with Jones' inclusion proving pivotal.

The victory catapulted Liverpool back to the summit and extended their winning streak to their tenth in 11 Premier League games. With respect to Chelsea, the Blues remained winless against Liverpool in 10 Premier League game after the loss. 

Overview 

Arne Slot's men made away with a needed victory and that did not just come easy against Chelsea. By the way, the Blues to someextent were to blame for dropping behind the Reds for being clumsy in defense even from Cowell.

Initially, Diogo Jota seemed to be that player to cause the needed scare at the front, but that later turned out to be Jones seizing pieces of moments to make an impact. Jones, initially was indecisive on his timing with the ball but later upped his game, became more confident and brought about the difference that gave the side the victory. Jones was the standout performer.

Kalidou Koulibaly put up a good effort at the back for Chelsea even as struggled with Liverpool's pace, Koulibaly's defensive work was suspect. Gravenberch's midfield work was effective. At the front, Salah remained a strongman for the Reds at the front and likewise Darwin Nunez.