Liverpool have ended the year on a high note, thrashing West Ham 5-0 at the London Stadium.
This convincing win solidifies their position at the top of the Premier League table, with an eight-point lead over their closest rivals.
The Reds were in scintillating form, with goals from Luis Diaz, Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Diogo Jota.
Diaz opened the scoring in the 30th minute, followed by Gakpo’s goal just before halftime. Salah then scored his 20th+ goal of the season, taking him within one goal of Thierry Henry’s Premier League tally.
Liverpool’s dominant performance was characterized by their clinical finishing, with Salah and Diaz leading the charge.
The team’s midfield, marshaled by Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister, controlled the tempo of the game, allowing the forwards to flourish.
Manager Arne Slot was delighted with the team’s performance, praising their dominance and clinical finishing.
He also expressed concern over Joe Gomez’s hamstring injury, which forced the defender to be substituted in the 37th minute.
This win caps off an impressive year for Liverpool, who have lost only one game in all competitions.
With their sights set on the Premier League title, the Reds will look to maintain their momentum in the new year.
