Manchester City produced a dramatic late comeback to defeat Liverpool FC 2-1 at Anfield on Sunday, keeping alive their title hopes and delivering one of the weekend’s most talking-about matches.
The game was a rollercoaster from the second half onwards. After a scoreless first period, Liverpool took the lead in the 74th minute through a spectacular long-range free kick by Dominik Szoboszlai, leaving City’s defence flat-footed.
City responded with urgency. Bernardo Silva levelled in the 84th minute, reacting to a header knock-down from Erling Haaland and finishing coolly past goalkeeper Alisson Becker.
The decisive moment came deep into stoppage time when City won a penalty after Alisson’s foul on Matheus Nunes. Haaland stepped up to coolly convert in the 90+3’ minute, his first Premier League goal at Anfield — to seal a dramatic victory.
Late VAR drama added even more spice: City’s third goal was disallowed after a retro check showed a foul by Szoboszlai earlier in the play, and the Hungarian was shown a straight red card for denying a goalscoring opportunity.
Key Moments from the Match
- 74’ – Szoboszlai (Liverpool): Brilliant free-kick breaks deadlock.
- 84’ – Bernardo Silva (Man City): Equaliser following Haaland’s header.
- 90+3’ – Haaland (Pen., Man City): Stoppage-time winner.
- Late VAR drama & red card adds controversy.
Impact: City’s comeback reduces the gap to league leaders Arsenal to six points and keeps the title race alive; Liverpool’s defeat leaves them outside the Champions League spots in sixth.
Crystal Palace Ends Winless Run with Important Victory
Elsewhere in the Premier League on Sunday, Crystal Palace snapped a nine-game winless streak by beating Brighton & Hove Albion 1-0 at the American Express Stadium.
The only goal came in the 61st minute from Ismaila Sarr, a well-timed finish that proved decisive in a tight contest. Palace’s victory lifts them further clear of the relegation zone and provides a morale boost in what has been a challenging campaign.
Full Sunday Premier League Results
English Premier League (Matchday 25):
- Brighton & Hove Albion 0–1 Crystal Palace – Sarr on target.
- Liverpool 1–2 Manchester City – Szoboszlai, Silva, Haaland decide thriller.
Updated Premier League Table Context
After Sunday’s results, the top of the Premier League looks like this (positions relevant to the title and European places):
| Position | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 56 |
| 2 | Manchester City | 50 |
| 3 | Aston Villa | 47 |
| 4 | Manchester United | 44 |
| 5 | Chelsea | 43 |
| 6 | Liverpool | 39 |
City’s win keeps them firmly in second, while Liverpool’s defeat piles pressure on their hopes of finishing in the top four.
Sunday’s Big Talking Points
Title Race Heats Up
City’s stoppage-time winner keeps pressure on Arsenal, who remain top of the table, but must guard against complacency with several tough fixtures ahead.
VAR Controversies Continue
The late disallowed goal and red card sparked debate about officiating and VAR consistency — another headline moment for football pundits this week.
Palace Relief
Crystal Palace’s crucial win could be a turning point in their season, easing relegation worries if they build on this performance.
What to Watch Next
The league action resumes quickly with midweek fixtures shaping battles at both ends of the table. Man City host Fulham next, while Liverpool will look to rebound away from home, both matches carrying significant implications for the race for Europe and silverware.
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