Liverpool took a major step towards Champions League qualification on Saturday with a 3-1 home win over Crystal Palace, but the result was overshadowed by Mohamed Salah going off injured with a suspected hamstring problem in the second half. The victory lifted Arne Slot’s side into fourth place in the Premier League, strengthening their position in the race for a top-four finish.
Liverpool’s goals came from Cody Gakpo, Andy Robertson and Dominik Szoboszlai, while Palace pulled one back through Daniel Muñoz in a controversial passage of play after goalkeeper Alisson briefly required treatment and the visitors continued their move.
Despite securing three crucial points, the main concern for Liverpool was Salah’s injury. The forward appeared to pull up during the second half and was unable to continue, raising immediate doubts about his availability for the remaining matches of the season.
The timing of the setback adds to Liverpool’s concerns as they enter a decisive stage of the campaign. Salah has been central to their attacking output this season, and any extended absence would be a significant blow to their push for a Champions League return.
Liverpool now sit firmly in the top-four battle, with momentum on their side after an important home win. However, the focus is expected to shift quickly from the result to the severity of Salah’s injury and what it could mean for the club’s final run of fixtures.
