Liverpool traveled to London Stadium to face West Ham United in the Premier League. The Reds have got a plethora of chances to extend their lead at the top of the table to 19 points on Wednesday. Jürgen Klopp’s Liverpool side has been consistent this season amassing over 67 points from the available 69 points. However, they recorded another epic win beating London side and result chasing West Ham United 0-2 at home.
This sums up the title race in a measure as the Reds are gradually clinching the EPL title for the 2019/2020 season. On this note, we evaluate the three significant (3) lessons we learned from Liverpool 0-2 away win.
Close Control From Firmino
The Brazilian was it again as he flourished alongside usual partner Mohamed Salah and Divock Origin in the Liverpool’s attack. He was involved in the goal as Divock Origi was brought down in the box.
His brilliant control was exquisite even as he held off two West Ham United center backs in the box in aplomb. He was decisive as he turned to square the ball into the danger area.
It was a delightful moment as he controlled the ball to set up Origi. This led to Liverpool’s crucial goal as they took a deserved 0-1 lead into the break.
Both Sides Hit The Post
It was a crucial moment in the game as both sides hit the post to signed their attacking intention the game. However, it was Liverpool who served themselves right as Mohamed Salah completed an exemplary performance with a goal of his own.
The Egyptian hit the post just like West Ham did in the second half with both goalkeepers beaten in goal (Robert Green and Alisson Becker) while the latter stood his ground making vitals saves in between the stick to help ensure Liverpool’s 2-0 triumph over West Ham United.
Brilliant Oxlade-Chamberlain’s Finish
The former Arsenal and ex-Southampton super player was on hand to dent West Ham United hopes of coming back into the game as the match was priory locked at 0-1.
He took his place on the score sheet alongside goal provider Mo Salah as the Reds recorded another win on the road just like they did last week in midweek beating Nuno Espirito Santo’s Wolves side 1-2 at the Molineux Stadium.
It was a brilliant finish as he made a perfect run to get onto the Salah`s delivery before coolly finishing past the West Ham United goal to make it 2-0 for his Liverpool side in aplomb.
