Liverpool surged closer to Premier League glory with a commanding 2-0 victory over Newcastle, while Arsenal’s fading title hopes suffered another setback after a goalless draw against Nottingham Forest on Wednesday night. The contrasting results leave the Reds firmly in control of the title race, opening a massive 13-point gap over second-placed Arsenal.

Liverpool March On

With manager Arne Slot serving a touchline suspension, Liverpool showed no signs of slowing down at Anfield. Dominik Szoboszlai opened the scoring in the 11th minute with a precise finish, setting the tone for the Reds’ dominant display. The hosts doubled their advantage through Alexis Mac Allister’s stunning strike in the 63rd minute, sealing their 20th league win of the campaign.

Slot’s side have now recorded just one defeat in 28 league matches, maintaining their remarkable consistency as they aim for their first Premier League crown since 2020. With upcoming fixtures in the Champions League and the League Cup final, Liverpool are still on course for a historic treble.

“After beating Man City, everyone was so positive. Only the ones who want to achieve something find another gear to win the next game as well,” Slot said post-match.

Arsenal’s Creativity Crisis

Arsenal’s attacking woes continued as they failed to break down Nottingham Forest’s resolute defence at the City Ground. Missing key forwards Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Kai Havertz due to injury, the Gunners managed just one shot on target throughout the match.

Riccardo Calafiori came closest to scoring, hitting the post in the first half, but Mikel Arteta’s side lacked the cutting edge needed to claim all three points. The result marked the second consecutive match where Arsenal failed to find the net, following a 1-0 defeat to West Ham.

“Today we dropped two points, which is very painful again, and we have to step up,” Arteta admitted after the match.

Premier League Standings and Outlook

Liverpool’s 13-point advantage has them poised to equal Manchester United’s record of 20 English top-flight titles. Arsenal, with a game in hand, must rediscover their form quickly to maintain any slim hopes of catching the runaway leaders.

Nottingham Forest, currently third, have seen their Champions League ambitions falter with just one win in their last five matches. As the season enters its final stretch, Liverpool’s relentless march appears unstoppable, while Arsenal must regroup to avoid another title challenge ending in disappointment.

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