EPL: Salah shines as Liverpool seals 2-1 win over Wolves

Liverpool secured a hard-fought 2-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers in their Premier League clash on Sunday, with goals from Luis Díaz and Mohamed Salah ensuring all three points for the Reds in game week 25.  

The hosts took an early lead as Díaz found the net in the 15th minute, capitalizing on an opportunity to put Liverpool ahead and set the pace for the encounter.

Wolves struggled to find a response, and their frustration became evident when Matt Doherty picked up a yellow card in the 26th minute. Despite some resistance from the visitors, Liverpool maintained control, with Salah adding to the tally to seal the victory.

The visitors’ coach, Vítor Pereira, was also booked just three minutes later, adding to their woes.

Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté was shown a yellow card in the 31st minute, but it did little to slow down the home side’s momentum.

Liverpool doubled their advantage in the 37th minute when Mohamed Salah calmly converted a penalty, making it 2-0. Wolves’ Emmanuel Agbadou was booked just two minutes later as tensions continued to rise.

Despite being two goals down at halftime, Wolves found a way back into the game in the second half.

Matheus Cunha reduced the deficit in the 67th minute, scoring from a Jean-Ricner Bellegarde assist to give the visitors hope.

However, Liverpool remained composed, with Virgil van Dijk receiving a booking in the 71st minute as they saw out the game.

The final whistle confirmed a 2-1 victory for Liverpool.