Liverpool continued their Premier League title push with a 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Sunday evening, with Mohamed Salah, Darwin Núñez and Luis Díaz finding the net.

Crystal Palace made a game of it for long periods, equalising through Eberechi Eze after Salah’s early opener, but Liverpool’s quality in the final half-hour proved decisive. The win keeps Liverpool firmly in the race at the top of the table, while Palace remain in a battle to climb away from the lower reaches of the standings.

Match overview

Liverpool started brightly and took the lead in the 12th minute when Salah converted a well-worked move down the right. Palace responded well, pressing higher and forcing Liverpool into a few uncharacteristic errors. The equaliser arrived in the 38th minute when Eze curled a shot into the bottom corner after a smart turn on the edge of the box.

The second half was a different story. Liverpool regained control of possession and created a series of chances, eventually retaking the lead in the 63rd minute through Núñez, who finished confidently after a cut-back from the left. Díaz sealed the win in the 85th minute with a low strike on the counter-attack.

Key moments

• 12th minute: Mohamed Salah gives Liverpool the lead with a clinical finish.
• 38th minute: Eberechi Eze equalises for Crystal Palace with a superb curling effort.
• 63rd minute: Darwin Núñez restores Liverpool’s lead after a quick attacking move.
• 85th minute: Luis Díaz finishes a counter-attack to make it 3-1.

Tactical story

Palace’s energetic pressing caused Liverpool problems in the first half, particularly in midfield, where the home side won several loose balls. However, Liverpool adjusted after the break, dropping their midfielders deeper to create more space for the forwards. That change allowed them to bypass Palace’s press and control the tempo of the game. Palace’s defensive line pushed higher in search of an equaliser, which left gaps for Liverpool’s pacey attackers to exploit late on.

Standout players

Salah was influential throughout, scoring the opener and creating several chances with his movement between the lines. Núñez’s goal was a reward for his relentless running, while Díaz’s late finish showcased his ability in transition. For Palace, Eze was the standout performer, driving his team forward and scoring a goal of real quality. Ryan Gravenberch also impressed for Liverpool with his composure in midfield.

What the result means

The win keeps Liverpool in the thick of the Premier League title race and underlines their ability to respond when tested. Palace showed flashes of quality but remain in need of points to create breathing room in the standings. Liverpool’s strength in depth and tactical flexibility continue to serve them well, and this away performance was another reminder of their credentials.