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Liverpool navigated a tricky encounter at Molineux to snag a 2-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, keeping their incredible Premier League form alive with a whopping 15 wins in their last 16 league outings! Wolves kicked things off with a burst of confidence, taking the game to Liverpool and creating a few early chances that really tested the Reds’ defense. Jean-Ricner Bellegarde found himself in a promising spot, but his shot was a bit off, and Matheus Cunha’s curling effort was easily scooped up by Alisson Becker. The home crowd was buzzing, and Wolves looked particularly dangerous on the break, with Mario Lemina snapping at Liverpool’s midfield after intercepting a dodgy pass from Alexis Mac Allister.
Liverpool struggled to find their groove at first, as Wolves’ defense held strong. Sam Johnstone’s nerves with the ball at his feet gave Liverpool a couple of half-chances, but it was the Wolves defense that kept them in the game. As the Reds settled in, players like Luis Díaz and Trent Alexander-Arnold started to test Johnstone, but the Wolves keeper made some key saves to keep the visitors at bay. The breakthrough felt like it was coming, and it nearly arrived in the 40th minute when Andrew Robertson found Dominik Szoboszlai in space, only for Johnstone to pull off a brilliant stop to deny the Hungarian midfielder.
Just moments later, Liverpool finally took the lead! Diogo Jota whipped in a cross that met the towering head of Ibrahima Konaté, whose header squirmed through Johnstone’s hands, giving the Frenchman his first-ever Premier League goal. Liverpool ended the half with a well-deserved 1-0 lead, looking ready to take control in the second half.
After the break, Wolves’ lack of attacking intent became clear, and Liverpool started to look more and more comfortable. Mario Lemina gifted Mohamed Salah a golden opportunity inside the box, but the Egyptian’s effort went wide, saving Wolves from going two goals down. Liverpool’s apparent ease led to a moment of carelessness when Konaté, trying to shepherd the ball out, let Jørgen Strand Larsen pounce. This sparked a chaotic sequence that ended with Rayan Aït-Nouri slamming the ball into the net, leveling the score for Wolves and sending the home crowd into a frenzy!
But hold on, Wolves’ celebrations were short-lived! Just minutes after equalizing, Nélson Semedo brought down Diogo Jota in the box, leaving the referee no choice but to award a penalty to Liverpool. Mohamed Salah, ever the cool customer from 12 yards, stepped up and calmly slotted the penalty past Johnstone, restoring Liverpool’s lead and swinging the momentum back in their favor.
Wolves tried to rally, and Konaté had to make a crucial block to deny Carlos Forbs as the hosts pressed for another equalizer. Salah, despite his goal, had a mixed afternoon and missed the chance to set Curtis Jones through on goal for what could have been a third for Liverpool. Still, the Reds held their defensive discipline in the final stages, and Alisson’s safe handling of late crosses ensured there would be no further drama.
This victory sees Liverpool climb to the top of the Premier League table, keeping their unbeaten start to the season intact. While Slots’s side is still ironing out a few defensive hiccups, their knack for grinding out results is impressive. Salah’s decisive contribution was crucial once again, as the Egyptian continues to shine in key moments.
For Wolves, the defeat leaves them stuck at the bottom of the Premier League, with only one win this season coming in the Carabao Cup. Despite some promising flashes, especially from Aït-Nouri and Cunha, Wolves’ league struggles continue.
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