The victory took Liverpool’s one-point lead over Manchester City, while they are four clear of their next opponents Arsenal. Chelsea stay sixth, three points off the top four.
The Blues are now winless in ten matches against Liverpool, including losses in the Carabao Cup final and FA Cup final in 2022 on penalties, along with a Wembley defeat in extra time last season.
The win continues Arne Slot’s sensational start at Anfield, with the Dutchman becoming the first manager in Liverpool’s history to win 10 of his opening 11 games.
On Saturday, Manchester United defeated Brentford as Bournemouth beat 10-man Arsenal 2-0 in a dramatic encounter at Vitality Stadium.
