Liverpool’s Winning Streak Halted by Chelsea in Thrilling 2-0 Defeat at Anfield
In a dramatic twist to the Premier League title race, José Mourinho’s Chelsea handed Liverpool their first league defeat in 12 matches, winning 2-0 at Anfield on Sunday in the 36th matchday. The result ended Liverpool’s impressive run of 11 consecutive victories and 17 unbeaten games, leaving the title race wide open.
The match was marked by crucial goals at the most dramatic moments. Senegalese striker Demba Ba broke the deadlock in first-half stoppage time (45+3), sending the Blues into the break with a 1-0 advantage. The goal came after a period of growing pressure from Chelsea, with Ba finishing calmly to give his side the lead.
As if scripted, the second goal arrived in the dying moments of the match, when Willian struck in the third minute of added time (90+3), sealing Chelsea’s victory and leaving Liverpool with little time to respond. The timing of both goals only added to the drama of the encounter, with the Blues securing a vital three points in the race for the title.
With just two games remaining in the season, the battle for the Premier League crown remains incredibly tight. Liverpool, who now hold a slender two-point lead over Chelsea, will be hoping to regroup and maintain their position at the top. Meanwhile, Manchester City, currently 1-0 up against Crystal Palace thanks to a goal from Edin Džeko, can close the gap to just three points if they secure victory in their match.
The season’s final weeks promise to be filled with high stakes as the race for the title intensifies.
