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“I think probably we deserved something more, but the performance was good,” Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca told Sky Sports.
“I think we controlled most of the game. We had chances and possession, and possession in their half. It doesn’t happen often that you see Liverpool in their own half for a long time … this is the reason I said we don’t like to drop points.
“But if we have to lose, this is the way. We were brave on and off the ball, and I think this is the right way.
“As I said before the game, I don’t think today’s game will decide where we are … overall, I am proud of the players.”
Jones, who scored the winning goal for Liverpool, was named the player of the match.
Asked about how it felt to overcome their biggest test so far, Jones told Premier League Productions: “It feels great. I played well, I was involved a lot. But the most important thing is that we came away with three points.
Speaking about his goal, Jones added: “Was it a good touch? I don’t even remember actually! I just came inside and knew Mo [Salah] will always play a ball there. I made a run … and at first I thought I would go with one touch, but it was a good first touch as you could see. I am happy that I scored.”
Sunday’s match against Chelsea had been touted as Liverpool’s first serious test of their title credentials.
Before today, the Merseyside club had not faced a top-six side in the league this season.
It was never comfortable for Liverpool against a Chelsea side who had more goal attempts, but they passed their biggest test of the Premier League season so far.
The Reds have won 10 of their 11 matches across all competitions this season; their most victories after that many matches in a campaign since 1990/91, under Kenny Dalglish (also 10).
Premier League leaders Liverpool move to 21 points, a one-point lead over second-placed City.
The Merseyside club have won seven league matches and lost only once this season. City, on the other hand, have won six and drawn two.
The home win over Chelsea will boost Liverpool’s confidence ahead of a tricky run of fixtures, beginning with a trip to Arsenal next weekend.
Liverpool return to the top of the Premier League points table with a 2-1 win over Chelsea at Anfield.
It’s their seventh win in eight league matches this season, as they continue their push for the title under new manager Arne Slot.
Salah put them 1-0 up in the first half with a penalty after Colwill fouled Jones inside the area. The Reds thought they had another penalty before the break, but VAR reversed the referee’s decision.
Chelsea made a quick start in the second half, finding the equaliser through Jackson in the 47th minute. But Jones put the hosts back in front within four minutes.
Chelsea had more possession and attempts, but they couldn’t get the better of Liverpool.
It’s the final minute of stoppage time and it’s Liverpool who are surging forward. But Nunez gives away a free kick to Chelsea, and both he and manager Slot are furious with the call.
Boos ring around Anfield.
However, nothing comes out of the free kick, and that’s the end of the game!
90+6 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Diaz tiptoes his way through before unleashing a strike from the edge of the box, which misses the far corner of the net.
90+5 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Neto delivers a cracking shot from the right side into the six-yard box, but Nkunku can’t slot it home at the back post.
90+4 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Mac Allister barges over an onrushing Palmer, and the Argentine player picks up a booking.
The set piece is in a good position for the visitors, not too far from the box. Palmer swings it into the box but Veiga heads a great chance high and wide.
90+3 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
A lengthy amount of stoppage time to see out the game. Chelsea will be happy with that.
90+1 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Chelsea have had more possession and more attempts, yet they are trailing. We are now into the final minutes of an intense clash at Anfield.
Can the Blues find a late equaliser?
90 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Nkunku plays it short before Gusto lifts the ball for Colwill at the far post. However, a Liverpool defender clears it with a fine header.
Time is running out for Chelsea to come back into the game.
87 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Gusto has gone down to the ground holding his right ankle following a collision with Mac Allister.
He is receiving medical attention from the physios. Chelsea have used up all their substitutions.
84 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
With about 10 minutes of regular time remaining, Liverpool manager Slot opts for a double substitution.
Mac Allister and Gomez replace Jones and Alexander-Arnold.
81 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Konate bundles into Nkunku, picking up a booking. It came shortly after Diaz had an attempt from close range saved by Sanchez.
80 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
The Chelsea substitute is shown a yellow card for a foul on Diaz.
Meanwhile, Mac Allister and Gomez are gearing up to come off the bench for the home side.
78 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Nkunku comes on for Madueke, as Chelsea manager Maresca makes his fifth and final substitution.
Only 15 minutes of regulation time remains.
75 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Neto finds the ball on the left once again and moves centrally to the edge of the box. He releases a long-range right-footed effort, which goes wide of the left post.
73 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Chelsea’s left winger Neto charges into the Liverpool box before cutting the ball back for Palmer at the edge of the area.
Palmer shoots, but Szoboszlai blocks. And soon after, Gusto shoots wide on another attempt.
71 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Nunez clips Badiashile from behind and enters the referee’s book.
70 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Liverpool’s Colombian left winger is coming on for Dutchman Gakpo, as the Reds look to wrap up a solid home win over rivals Chelsea.
66 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Chelsea earn a free kick in a good position, not too far away from the Liverpool box.
Palmer takes him but his effort hits the Liverpool wall, resulting in a corner kick. Nothing comes of it.
65 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
Neto, on the left wing, lifts the ball for Madueke on the right side of the penalty area, but the latter shoots straight to Liverpool keeper Kelleher.
Liverpool are gearing up for another substitution in the meantime.
61 mins: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea
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