Diogo Jota has given Liverpool an early advantage in their Premier League clash against Crystal Palace, scoring the opening goal on Saturday afternoon.
The Reds, aiming to solidify their place at the top of the table, are playing at Selhurst Park, where Crystal Palace initially looked threatening. Eddie Nketiah found the net within just 22 seconds for Palace, but the goal was swiftly ruled out.
Despite the home side’s fast start, it was Liverpool who struck first. Cody Gakpo, starting on the left wing, linked up brilliantly with Diogo Jota, leading to the first goal of the game inside the opening 10 minutes. Arne Slot’s tactical decision to field Gakpo on the wing and position Jota as the central striker has proven effective early on.
For Jota, this match is a personal milestone, marking his 100th start for the Reds. The Portuguese forward, now in excellent form, has scored his fourth goal of the season, continuing to be a key player for Liverpool.
Liverpool will now look to build on this lead and further extend their dominance at the top of the Premier League standings. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace, despite their early efforts, find themselves needing to chase the game as they look for a way back into the contest.
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