Liverpool has once again demonstrated its grip on the Premier League, achieving a solid 2-0 victory over Newcastle United at Anfield on February 27, 2025. Enhancing their position at the top of the table, Liverpool now holds 67 points, 13 points clear of Arsenal, who sit behind them.
The match started with Liverpool's aggressive approach. By the 11th minute, Dominik Szoboszlai netted the first goal, converting from close range after receiving a deft pull-back pass from Luis Diaz. This goal set the tone for the rest of the match, as Liverpool quickly seized control.
Newcastle struggled to gain traction early on. Despite some attempts, such as Callum Wilson’s shot which veered off target, they could not penetrate Liverpool's defense effectively. Liverpool's forward Mohamed Salah nearly doubled the lead shortly after Szoboszlai’s goal, but his effort missed the mark, just heading wide of the empty net after rounding the goalkeeper, Nick Pope.
The Reds finished the first half leading 1-0, maintaining 62% possession, and firing off 12 attempts compared to Newcastle’s three, albeit just three were on target.
The second half resumed with both teams showing intensity, but it was Liverpool who found the back of the net again at the 63rd minute. Alexis Mac Allister, connecting expertly with Salah, sent the ball flying past Pope with a powerful shot, bringing the score to 2-0.
If Liverpool’s dominance was ever called to question, it was quickly dismissed as the team continued to press forward, nearly adding to their tally when Diaz’s effort again went awry. The team’s persistence led to more chances, but they were unable to capitalize fully.
Despite the pressure, Liverpool's Konate had his goal ruled out for interference with the goalkeeper as the match approached its conclusion. The final score held firm at 2-0, marking another important win for Liverpool.
Post-match statistics reflected Liverpool's clear superiority, demonstrating their control over the game, as they notched 587 passes with an accuracy rate of 89%, compared to Newcastle's 356 passes and 84% accuracy.
"Kehadiran pemain-pemain ini diharapkan memberikan kontribusi maksimal dalam pertandingan," commented Liverpool's coach, Arne Slot, expressing confidence in his squad’s performance. Meanwhile, Newcastle's coach stated, "Kami percaya dengan kemampuan tim ini untuk menghadapi tantangan di lapangan," acknowledging the hurdles his side faced.
This victory not only cements Liverpool’s position but also raises the stakes as they push toward clinching the Premier League title, seen as the culmination of their hard work and dedication throughout the season.