The latest round of the 2024/25 English Premier League kicked off with dramatic results that shook up the standings. As matchday 28 unfolded on Saturday, Liverpool strengthened their position at the top, while Manchester City suffered a surprising setback.
Nottingham Forest stunned Manchester City
Nottingham Forest delivered one of the biggest upsets of the season by edging past reigning champions Manchester City with a narrow 1-0 victory at the City Ground. Callum Hudson-Odoi was the hero of the night, scoring in the 83rd minute to secure a crucial three points. His performance earned him the Player of the Match award on Sofascore, and the result pushed Nottingham up to 3rd place with 51 points, leapfrogging City, who now sit 4th with 47 points.
This loss is a significant blow for Pep Guardiola’s men, who are now trailing behind in the title race. With Arsenal still having two games in hand, City’s chances of reclaiming the top spot look increasingly slim.
Liverpool Extend Lead at the Top
Liverpool showcased their championship credentials with a come-from-behind 3-1 victory over Southampton at Anfield. The league leaders found themselves trailing early after Will Smallbone gave the Saints a shock lead in the first half. However, the Reds responded emphatically, with Mohamed Salah netting twice and Darwin Núñez adding a third to seal a dominant win.
With this victory, Liverpool extended their lead at the top to 70 points after 29 matches, 16 points ahead of Arsenal, who have played two games fewer. The title now seems firmly within Arne Slot’s grasp, as his side continues to build momentum.
Other Key Results
Brighton 2-1 Fulham: Brighton secured a crucial three points to maintain their push for European qualification. They now sit 6th with 46 points, level with Chelsea.
Crystal Palace 1-0 Ipswich: A narrow win for Palace kept them in 11th place with 39 points, comfortably above the relegation zone.
Aston Villa 1-0 Brentford: Villa edged past Brentford, taking them to 7th place with 45 points.
Wolves 1-1 Everton: A draw that does little for Wolves, who remain in deep trouble in 17th place, just six points clear of relegation.
Relegation Battle Heats Up
At the bottom of the table, Southampton’s loss keeps them rock-bottom with just 9 points after 28 games. Ipswich and Leicester are also in deep trouble, both sitting on 17 points. Wolves’ draw means they are still in danger, but their six-point cushion over the relegation zone gives them some breathing room.
