Liverpool extends Premier League lead to 16 points

Liverpool secured a 3-1 victory over bottom-placed Southampton, extending their Premier League lead to 16 points. Mohamed Salah scored twice from the penalty spot, bringing his season total to 32 goals, while Darwin Nunez equalized after Southampton's Will Smallbone had given them an unexpected lead. Manager Arne Slot made key halftime substitutions that revitalized the team after a lackluster first half. Nottingham Forest also made headlines by defeating Manchester City 1-0, enhancing their Champions League hopes. Arsenal, in second place, has two games in hand but faces a tough challenge to catch up. With nine matches remaining, Liverpool is on track to secure their second league title in 35 years, as Manchester City languishes 23 points behind.