Liverpool claimed a 3-2 win over Southampton on Sunday, as they extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to eight points.
The Reds produced a below-par performance at St Mary’s Stadium, but they still managed to come away with a valuable victory.
Liverpool went in front after 30 minutes when Dominik Szoboszlai curled home a delightful finish.
Virgil van Dijk’s error allowed the Saints to equalise before half-time, with Adam Armstrong netting the rebound after Caoimhin Kelleher saved his penalty.
A shocking defeat looked on the cards for Arne Slot’s men when Mateus Fernandes put Southampton ahead early in the second-half.
However, Mohammed Salah made the difference for Liverpool, as he struck twice to seal a thrilling away success.
National media were blown away by the forward’s excellent display, and showered him with praise.
The Daily Mail handed him an 8/10 rating, saying he brought “sense to such madness” when his side were trailing and close to dropping points.
The 32-year-old levelled the scores in the 65th minute by charging clear of the Southampton backline before coolly slotting the ball past the goalkeeper.
Yukinari Sugawara conceded a penalty, and Salah again stepped up to score the winner from the spot.
The Egypt international has been in superb form this campaign, scoring 10 goals and providing six assists in 12 league appearances.
He has been delivering impressive performances regularly this season, which shows that he deserves to be given a new contract by Liverpool.
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