Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to seven points after a tense 2-1 victory over struggling Wolves on Sunday, with Luis Díaz finally ending his goal drought and Mohamed Salah continuing his red-hot form.
After a challenging week that included an FA Cup exit at the hands of Plymouth and a controversial 2-2 draw with Everton, Arne Slot’s side needed a response. They got just that when Díaz netted his first goal of 2025 early in the first half, bringing his 10-game barren run to an end.
Salah doubled Liverpool’s advantage before the break with a confidently dispatched penalty, taking his season tally to 28 goals across all competitions.
Despite Matheus Cunha pulling one back for Wolves in the second half, Liverpool held on, although the closing stages were nervy as they looked fatigued.
Arsenal’s victory over Leicester on Saturday had briefly cut Liverpool’s lead, but the Reds’ win restored their cushion at the summit as they edge closer to a record-equalling 20th English title. Their title credentials will be further tested with upcoming clashes against Aston Villa, Manchester City, and Newcastle in the next 10 days.
Slot was on the touchline despite being charged with abusive behaviour following his furious protest over Everton’s late equaliser in midweek.
He had urged his team to use that frustration as fuel against Wolves, and Díaz set the tone early.
The Colombian forward combined with Salah in the 15th minute, with a deflection off Toti Gomes allowing him to bundle the ball past Wolves keeper José Sá. It may not have been the prettiest of goals, but for Díaz, it was a much-needed relief.
Liverpool continued to dominate, with Dominik Szoboszlai going close with a powerful effort before Diogo Jota tested Sá from a tight angle.
The second goal arrived in the 37th minute when Díaz won a penalty after being tripped by Sá. Wolves protested, arguing that Emmanuel Agbadou had been fouled in the build-up, but VAR allowed the decision to stand. Salah made no mistake from the spot, cheekily chipping the ball down the middle.
The second half saw Wolves grow into the game, with debutant Marshall Munetsi squandering a golden opportunity before Cunha’s stunning curled finish in the 67th minute reignited their hopes. Jota thought he had won another penalty, but VAR overturned the decision, ruling he had dived.
Liverpool had to dig deep in the final minutes but ultimately secured their fourth win in five league games, keeping their title bid firmly on track.
