Liverpool jumped back above Manchester City to the Premier League summit after securing a late win over Southampton on Friday night.
The Reds fell behind at St Mary’s courtesy of an early strike from Shane
Mohamed Salah then etched his name on the scoresheet for the first time in eight matches across all competitions with an excellent solo effort 10 minutes from the end before substitute Jordan Henderson wrapped up all three points.
The pressure now falls back on City, who are in FA Cup semi-final action this weekend and also travel to Tottenham in the Champions League quarter-finals before returning to top-flight action against Crystal Palace on April 14.
Over the coming days, the battle for a top-four finish continues as Arsenal meet Everton at Goodison Park before Chelsea’s London derby against West Ham on Monday night.
Bournemouth is in action against Burnley, relegated Huddersfield host in-form Leicester and Newcastle battle Palace at St James’ Park.