Mohamed Salah sent Liverpool eight points clear at the top of the Premier League by scoring twice to help his team rally to a 3-2 win over Southampton on Sunday.

Liverpool moved eight points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League with a win against bottom club Southampton. It was some way from the expected walkover, but even when behind, Arne Slot’s side looked to have the calmness and class to prevail.

Mohamed Salah fired Liverpool eight points clear at the top of the Premier League as the leaders survived a scare from lowly Southampton thanks to the Egypt star's second half double in a 3-2 away win on Sunday.

Liverpool entered today's game with a five-point cushion on their closest rivals, Manchester City. The game started well before Southampton gained some footing.

League leaders Liverpool return to action on Sunday hoping to maintain their superb early season form as they travel to basement side Southampton. Five points clear at the top of the league going into this weekend's fixtures,