Liverpool Secures Victory in Merseyside Derby, Maintains 12-Point Advantage in Premier League

Synopsis

Liverpool claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Everton in the Merseyside derby, thanks to Diogo Jota's second-half goal. This win keeps Liverpool 12 points clear at the top of the Premier League, with the title now firmly within their grasp.

Key Takeaways

Liverpool wins the Merseyside derby 1-0.
Diogo Jota scored the decisive goal.
Liverpool maintains a 12-point lead in the Premier League.
Everton remains in 15th place.
Arsenal reduced their deficit with a win over Fulham.

London, April 3 (NationPress) Diogo Jota netted a goal in the 57th minute to lead Liverpool to a 1-0 triumph over Everton in the Merseyside derby, preserving their 12-point lead in the Premier League.

Jota's decisive strike, following a clever back-heel from Luis Diaz, was sufficient to penetrate a well-structured defense, leaving Arne Slot's squad requiring only 13 points from eight matches to secure the title.

Jack Grealish found the net just two minutes into the game for Manchester City against struggling Leicester City, benefiting from an assist by Savinho, as reported by Xinhua.

Omar Marmoush extended the lead before the half-hour mark, proving that the team can cope without the injured Erling Haaland.

Alexander Isak and Sandro Tonali contributed to Newcastle's 2-1 victory over Brentford, ending the visitors' five-match winning streak away from home.

Second-half strikes from Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio bolstered Aston Villa's ambition to qualify for Europe next season, achieving a 3-0 win against Brighton, with Donyell Malen scoring deep into injury time to conclude a tough few days for Brighton following their FA Cup exit.

Ipswich Town shocked Bournemouth with goals from Nathan Broadhead in the 34th minute and Liam Delap on the hour, before Evanilson narrowed the gap seven minutes later.

Southampton's chance for a third win this season, initiated by Paul Onuachu's goal in the 20th minute, was dashed in injury time by Matheus Franca's equalizer for Crystal Palace.

Arne Slot’s team remains 12 points ahead of second-placed Arsenal, who managed to close the gap with their victory over Fulham on Tuesday, while Everton remains in 15th place.

"Our boys exhibited tremendous character; I believe we created more than in the away match, and ultimately, we scored a great goal and maintained a clean sheet. I was much more pleased with what I observed here than in the away game. I sensed that we were closing in, but there's a reason they seldom concede goals or chances," Slot commented.

Everton's manager, David Moyes, remarked, "I believe we are much closer to them tonight than I anticipated when I joined the club. Tonight was very competitive. An offside goal they scored made a significant difference in the match this evening."