Southampton vs Liverpool LIVE: Premier League result and final score as Salah strikes twice in thriller
Southampton 2-3 Liverpool: Salah scored twice as Liverpool came from behind to go eight points clear
Mohamed Salah scored twice as Premier League leaders Liverpool came from behind to beat bottom-side Southampton and extend their lead over Manchester City to eight points.
Liverpool were gifted the opening goal as Russell Martin’s side approach backfired and Dominik Szoboszlai punished their mistake when building out from defence, in what was an error-strewn game.
The Saints benefitted from Liverpool’s sloppiness, though, when Andy Robertosn tripped Tyler Dibling and Adam Armstrong scored the rebound after his penalty attempt was saved by Caoimhin Kelleher.
Mateus Fernandes then stunned the Premier League leaders on the counter-attack as he fired Southampton in front, but Salah replied as he met a low ball to direct a finish under the on-rushing Alex McCarthy.
And in the 83rd minute, a handball from Yukinari Sugawara gave Salah the chance to complete the comeback and the forward scored from the penalty spot to send Liverpool eight points clear ahead of facing City next weekend.
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Caoimhin Kelleher knows Liverpool need to keep their foot on the gas
Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher has told his team-mates they cannot afford to ease off after opening up a gap at the top of the Premier League.
The Reds know that, regardless of their result at Southampton on Sunday, they will end the weekend at the top of the standings after a superb start from new manager Arne Slot, who has still only tasted defeat once since taking over in the summer.
A game against a Saints side bottom of the table with only one league win to their name this term is clearly one Liverpool should be winning, but bigger challenges await in the coming days with Real Madrid due at Anfield in the Champions League on Wednesday before Manchester City visit next weekend.
Arne Slot provides telling response to Liverpool’s new title expectations
Arne Slot insists Liverpool will not talk about being Premier League title favourites despite taking a five-point lead at the top of the table.
The Dutchman’s side are nine points clear of third place and have only dropped five points this season, while results before the international break meant statisticians Opta gave them a 58 per cent chance of winning the league and many bookmakers made Liverpool the likeliest champions.
But while manager Slot does detect growing belief from his players in him, he is adamant that neither he nor anyone at the club will get carried away by their lofty position.
He said: “I don’t talk about favourites. It is boring but I just talk about the next game which is a challenge in itself.”
Arne Slot provides telling response to Liverpool’s new title expectations
The Reds visit Southampton on Sunday with statisticians Opta declaring there is a 58 per cent chance Slot’s side can go on to win the title
What is the team news?
Southampton have been dealt a major blow with Aaron Ramsdale suffering a hand injury on international duty, while Jan Bednarek has been sidelined as well.
Liverpool will be without Trent Alexander-Arnold, Alisson, Diogo Jota and Harvey Elliott. But Virgil van Dijk is fit to face his former side after withdrawing from Netherlands duty.
When is Southampton vs Liverpool
The Premier League fixture will kick off at 2pm BST on Sunday 24 November at St Mary’s, Southampton.
What TV channel is it on and how can I watch?
It will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League, with coverage starting from 1pm. If you’re not a Sky customer, you can grab a NOWTV Day Pass here to watch without a subscription.
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Southampton vs Liverpool LIVE
Liverpool travel to Southampton looking to increase their Premier League advantage as top meets bottom at St Mary’s.
The Reds continued their excellent start under Arne Slot before the international break and beat Aston Villa to go five points clear.
It’s a big week for the Dutch coach, with blockbuster games against Real Madrid and Manchester City to come, but the focus first is on Southampton.
Liverpool would be 11 points clear if they beat Southampton and City, with Pep Guardiola’s side losing 4-0 to Tottenham on Saturday night.
Russel Martin’s side secured their first win of the season on their last home outing against Everton - but it was followed by defeat to fellow strugglers Wolves.
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Liverpool travel to Southampton looking to increase their Premier League advantage as top meets bottom at St Mary’s.
The Reds continued their excellent start under Arne Slot before the international break and beat Aston Villa to go five points clear.
It’s a big week for the Dutch coach, with blockbuster games against Real Madrid and Manchester City to come, but the focus first is on Southampton.
Liverpool would be 11 points clear if they beat Southampton and City, with Pep Guardiola’s side losing 4-0 to Tottenham on Saturday night.
Russel Martin’s side secured their first win of the season on their last home outing against Everton - but it was followed by defeat to fellow strugglers Wolves.
Is Southampton vs Liverpool on TV? Channel, time and how to watch
Arne Slot’s side return from the international break looking to increase their lead at the top of the Premier League
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