Liverpool go 19 points clear in Premier League

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Liverpool has taken another major step towards clinching the Premier League title.

Jurgen Klopp’s men stretched their lead at the top of the table to 19 points following a 2-0 win at West Ham.

Mohamed Salah was the star of the show as he scored a penalty in the 35th minute and then set up Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain’s goal in the second-half.

West Ham remains 17th on the table, outside the relegation zone on goal difference.

 

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