Virgil van Dijk scored a late winner as Liverpool claimed a 2-1 victory against West Ham United, MySportDab reports.
The Reds edged closer to their second Premier League title with a dramatic 2‑1 victory over the Hammers.
The win extended Liverpool’s lead at the summit to 13 points over Arsenal, with six fixtures remaining for the conclusion of the 2024/25 season.
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Mohamed Salah recorded his 45th goal involvement of the season during the encounter, setting a new Premier League mark.
West Ham arrived at Anfield in 17th place, just two points above the relegation zone, seeking a crucial three points to ease their survival worries.
Despite Liverpool’s dominance in possession and territory, the match proved a tense affair until the final moments of play.
Liverpool broke the deadlock in the 18th minute when Luis DÃaz met a precise Mohamed Salah assist to fire home from close range.
Salah’s through ball carved open the West Ham defense, allowing DÃaz to finish clinically beyond Alphonse Areola.
The opener was the result of sustained pressure from the hosts, who fashioned multiple scoring opportunities before breaking the deadlock.
At half‑time, Liverpool led 1‑0, having created the better chances but lacking a killer second goal which could have ended things early.
West Ham rallied after the interval, growing into the contest and creating half‑chances that tested Liverpool’s backline.
The Hammers were rewarded in the 86th minute when a Mohammed Kudus cross deflected off Virgil van Dijk onto Andy Robertson and into the net.
The equalizer cheered the visitors as Alisson was beaten for the first time. Liverpool reacted immediately, pressing as West Ham substitutes Jarrod Bowen and Niclas Fullkrug threatened.
Three minutes later, Virgil van Dijk rose highest to head Alexis Mac Allister’s corner into the bottom corner, restoring Liverpool’s lead in the 89th minute.
The victory moves Liverpool within touching distance of title glory, while West Ham must regroup quickly to stave off relegation fears.
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