Liverpool finally broke their drought with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over West Ham at the London Stadium, ending six defeats in seven league games. The match marked a crucial turning point for Jürgen Slot's team as Mohamed Salah was left out of the starting lineup.
The absence of the Egyptian forward meant that Liverpool adopted a more defensive-minded approach, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo forming a key attacking partnership. However, it was Alexander Isak who finally broke his Liverpool goal drought, scoring in the 60th minute after a cutback from Gakpo.
The victory, which saw West Ham's Lucas Paquetá sent off for dissent, marked a much-needed win for Liverpool, but the match itself was dull and uninspiring. The scoreline flattered neither side, with both teams struggling to create clear chances throughout.
West Ham's struggles continue, and their attendance figures from last season remain perplexing. Despite having one of the highest average attendances in the world, they have failed to translate that into on-field success.
In contrast, Liverpool's win will be a welcome relief for fans who had been anxiously waiting for a positive result. The team will look to build momentum and confidence as new signings adapt to their new roles, particularly with Isak finally finding form after his acrimonious transfer from Newcastle.
While the victory was hard-won, it marked a turning point in Liverpool's season. With this win, they can start to rebuild and push back up the table, but for now, they'll bask in the joy of a long-awaited three points.
The absence of the Egyptian forward meant that Liverpool adopted a more defensive-minded approach, with Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo forming a key attacking partnership. However, it was Alexander Isak who finally broke his Liverpool goal drought, scoring in the 60th minute after a cutback from Gakpo.
The victory, which saw West Ham's Lucas Paquetá sent off for dissent, marked a much-needed win for Liverpool, but the match itself was dull and uninspiring. The scoreline flattered neither side, with both teams struggling to create clear chances throughout.
West Ham's struggles continue, and their attendance figures from last season remain perplexing. Despite having one of the highest average attendances in the world, they have failed to translate that into on-field success.
In contrast, Liverpool's win will be a welcome relief for fans who had been anxiously waiting for a positive result. The team will look to build momentum and confidence as new signings adapt to their new roles, particularly with Isak finally finding form after his acrimonious transfer from Newcastle.
While the victory was hard-won, it marked a turning point in Liverpool's season. With this win, they can start to rebuild and push back up the table, but for now, they'll bask in the joy of a long-awaited three points.
. Meanwhile, Liverpool's new attackers are starting to gel, and Isak is finally finding his form 
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. Will West Ham find a way to break their slump? Can Liverpool keep this momentum going? 
. It's been a tough spell for them, but it looks like they're slowly turning things around. I mean, 6 defeats in 7 games is no joke, so this win is definitely a morale-booster for the team and the fans.
! And it'll be interesting to see how Cody Gakpo and Dominik Szoboszlai's partnership develops - they've got some big boots to fill after Salah's absence.
. Both teams looked like they were trying not to lose rather than win, which made for a pretty dull match overall. But hey, at least it was a 3 points for the Reds, right? 
finally! Liverpool broke that drought and I am FREAKING OUT!!! 
Their defense is looking so solid right now, especially with Szoboszlai & Gakpo coming together as a killer partnership 
. And can we talk about Isak for a sec? 
and I couldn't be more hyped for this team 
, Liverpool did something right for once! six defeats in seven games is just embarrassing 
. I mean who needs Mohamed Salah anyway? 
Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo are like the new dynamic duo or something 
. as for West Ham, yeah they're still struggling 
'hey, we've got the best fans in the world... said no one ever 
. It's not making sense. And don't even get me started on that match... it was like watching paint dry! 
The scoreline was all over the place, neither team really seemed to be in control. But hey, a win's a win for Liverpool, and I'm glad to see them getting back on track