Salah Sparks Revival: Liverpool Edge Villa 2-0 to End Losing Streak”

Liverpool ended a four-match losing streak with a convincing 2-0 victory over Aston Villa at Anfield. Mohamed Salah broke the deadlock in first-half injury time, capitalizing on a gift from Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, who inexplicably played the ball into Salah’s path. Ryan Gravenberch sealed the win in the second half with a deflected strike that showcased his impact on his return from injury.

Despite their dominant performance, Liverpool had a touch of luck on their side. Villa’s Morgan Rogers hit the post early on, and Giorgi Mamardashvili made a crucial save to deny Matty Cash’s cross. The Reds’ pressure paid off when Martinez’s mistake handed Salah a tap-in goal.

Gravenberch’s goal came after he drove into the box and saw his low strike deflect off Pau Torres past Martinez. Villa struggled to create clear chances, often resorting to wayward shots from outside the box. The visitors were fortunate to avoid further punishment when Amadou Onana’s altercation with Alexis Mac Allister went unpunished.

The win marks a significant turnaround for Liverpool, who had faced mounting pressure after six defeats in seven matches. The victory propels them up the table, while Villa’s four-match winning streak came to an end ¹.