In the latest Premier League fixtures on March 8, 2025, Liverpool demonstrated their dominance with a 3-1 victory over Southampton at Anfield, while Nottingham Forest secured a crucial 1-0 win against Manchester City at the City Ground.
Liverpool 3-1 Southampton
Liverpool came from behind to overcome Southampton, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League. The match began with an unexpected turn when a miscommunication between Virgil van Dijk and goalkeeper Alisson led to Will Smallbone giving Southampton the lead in the 46th minute. Liverpool responded assertively in the second half:
- Darwin Núñez equalized in the 51st minute, converting a cross from Luis Díaz.
- Mohamed Salah secured the win with two penalties, one in the 54th minute and another in the 87th, both awarded for fouls on Díaz.
This win solidifies Liverpool’s position at the top, 16 points clear of Arsenal.
Nottingham Forest 1-0 Manchester City
Nottingham Forest’s impressive season continued with a narrow victory over Manchester City, bolstering their Champions League aspirations. The decisive moment came in the 83rd minute when Callum Hudson-Odoi received a precise pass from Morgan Gibbs-White, maneuvered past defender Josko Gvardiol, and slotted the ball past goalkeeper Ederson. This goal not only secured the win but also placed Forest four points ahead of City in the league standings.