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Salah shines as Liverpool triumphs over Brentford despite injury setbacks

Posted : 17 February 2024

Mohamed Salah marked his return with a goal in Liverpool's 4-1 victory over Brentford, further solidifying their lead in the Premier League. Coming off the bench to replace the injured Diogo Jota, Salah netted his 19th goal of the season, propelling Liverpool to their sixth win in seven league games.

 

 Darwin Nunez and Alexis Mac Allister also contributed to Liverpool's lead, although Brentford's Ivan Toney pulled one back. Despite the convincing win, Liverpool faced setbacks with first-half injuries to Jota and Curtis Jones, adding to their injury concerns ahead of crucial upcoming fixtures.

 

The match saw the much-maligned Darwin Nunez score a sublime chip late in the first half, giving Liverpool the lead. Subsequent goals from Alexis Mac Allister and Mohamed Salah, who returned after recovering from a hamstring injury, secured Liverpool's dominance.

 

However, the victory was bittersweet as injuries to Jota and Jones added to Liverpool's injury woes. With key players sidelined, including Trent Alexander-Arnold, and upcoming competitions like the League Cup final, Klopp faces challenges in maintaining their title charge and pursuit of other trophies this season.

 

Conor Bradley, back from compassionate leave, impressed as he started at right-back, nearly providing an early lead for Liverpool. Brentford's Thomas Frank had praised Liverpool as the best offensive team in the league, and Liverpool showcased their attacking prowess with Nunez's goal.

 

The victory extended Liverpool's lead at the top of the Premier League, but Klopp's concerns over the growing list of injuries linger, potentially impacting their pursuit of silverware in various competitions.

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