Liverpool returned to the summit of the Premier League after a crucial 2-1 victory over Chelsea at Anfield, further cementing manager Arne Slot’s remarkable start. The Dutchman has set a new club record, becoming the first Liverpool boss to win 10 of his first 11 games, with this latest triumph putting the Reds one point ahead of Manchester City, who secured a dramatic stoppage-time win against Wolves earlier.
Mohamed Salah opened the scoring for Liverpool in the 29th minute, converting a penalty after Levi Colwill’s foul on Curtis Jones. The Reds were awarded a second penalty just before half-time when Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez collided with Jones, but this decision was overturned by VAR after an initial ruling from referee John Brooks.
Chelsea capitalized on this moment of relief, equalizing just three minutes into the second half. Nicolas Jackson broke free and found the back of the net, with his goal confirmed after being initially flagged offside. However, Liverpool quickly regained their advantage, with Curtis Jones arriving at the far post to steer Salah’s cross past a hesitant Sanchez, much to the delight of the Anfield faithful.
This victory keeps Slot’s record nearly spotless, with only one loss since taking over from Jurgen Klopp—a defeat to Nottingham Forest in September. On the other hand, this was Chelsea’s first Premier League loss under new manager Enzo Maresca since their opening-weekend defeat to Manchester City.
With Liverpool flying high under Slot’s leadership, the title race is heating up, and the Reds are showing no signs of slowing down.
