A comfortable win for the Reds.
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Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League with a dominant 4-1 victory over struggling Ipswich Town at Anfield.
The Reds were in full control from the start, scoring three goals in the first half to effectively seal the win.
Early Breakthroughs
The game saw an early breakthrough for Liverpool in the 11th minute when Dominik Szoboszlai opened the scoring.
Mohamed Salah doubled the lead in the 35th minute with a brilliant strike from a tight angle.
Just before halftime, Cody Gakpo pounced on a loose ball to make it 3-0, putting the game well beyond Ipswich.
Second Half and Gakpo’s Brace
Despite a quiet second half, Gakpo added a fourth goal in the 65th minute, heading home a cross to complete his brace.
Ipswich managed to find a consolation goal late in stoppage time when Jacob Greaves scored from a corner, but it was too little, too late.
Liverpool’s Clinical Performance
Liverpool showed little sign of a dip in form, dominating the match with clinical finishing.
Gakpo’s two goals mean he’s now scored five in his last six Premier League appearances.
Although the Reds let their guard down late on, allowing Ipswich a chance, they maintained control throughout the game.
Bigger Battles Ahead for Ipswich
Ipswich, who were soundly beaten 6-0 by Manchester City in their previous match, were never likely to get a result at Anfield.
However, they did show some fight in the second half, with their fans able to take some pride in their team’s late surge.
Ipswich will now focus on upcoming battles, including a crucial match against Southampton as they continue their fight for survival in the Premier League.
What’s Next for Liverpool?
With the win, Liverpool remains six points clear at the top of the Premier League, continuing their quest for a second league title in six years.
Next, they will look to extend their lead as they prepare for more challenging fixtures.