Anfield, April 13, 2025 – Liverpool put on a dominant performance against West Ham United in a thrilling Premier League 2024/25 clash at Anfield, securing a vital 3-1 victory to keep their title hopes alive.
Match Summary:
Jurgen Klopp’s side came out with intensity from the opening whistle, pressing high and creating several early chances. The breakthrough came in the 22nd minute when Mohamed Salah converted from the penalty spot after a handball inside the box. West Ham responded before halftime, with Jarrod Bowen finishing a slick counterattack to level the score.
However, the Reds reasserted control in the second half. Darwin Núñez scored a powerful header in the 58th minute, and substitute Diogo Jota sealed the win with a composed finish in the 81st.
Final Score:
Liverpool 3-1 West Ham United
Goals:
- 22’ – Salah (Liverpool, pen)
- 41’ – Bowen (West Ham)
- 58’ – Núñez (Liverpool)
- 81’ – Jota (Liverpool)
Match Stats:
- Possession: Liverpool 63% – 37% West Ham
- Shots: Liverpool 18 – 7 West Ham
- Shots on Target: Liverpool 8 – 3 West Ham
- Corners: Liverpool 7 – 2 West Ham
- Fouls: Liverpool 10 – 12 West Ham
Highlights:
- Salah’s calm penalty under pressure
- Bowen’s smart run and finish
- Núñez’s towering header from Robertson’s cross
- Jota’s cool one-on-one finish to cap the win
With this result, Liverpool remain in the title hunt, sitting just two points behind league leaders Manchester City. West Ham, meanwhile, continue to chase a European qualification spot but will be disappointed by their second-half collapse.
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