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Despite Manchester City’s strong run of form, ESPN FC’s Paul Mariner explains why Liverpool remain his favourites to win the Premier League title.

With Liverpool getting back to winning ways, ESPN FC’s Paul Mariner credits their victory to return of Georginio Wijnaldum and link up play of Roberto Firmino.

Manchester United eased past a woeful Fulham side to move up to 4th place in the Premier League.

Liverpool bounced back from their recent dip in form with a comfortable 3-0 win over Bournemouth, at Anfield.

English Premier League: Mohamed Salah (48′) Liverpool 3-0 Bournemouth

English Premier League: Georginio Wijnaldum (34′) Liverpool 2-0 Bournemouth

English Premier League: Sadio Mane (24′) Liverpool 1-0 Bournemouth
LIVERPOOL, England — Jurgen Klopp said that he and his players were “not happy” with the recent levels of performances as Liverpool reclaimed first place in the Premier League.
Liverpool re-established a three-point lead at the top of the table as Sadio Mane, Georginio Wijnaldum and Mohamed Salah netted in a 3-0 win over Bournemouth at Anfield on Saturday.
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Welcome to the 2018 FC 100
ESPN FC’s experts ranked the best men’s players and managers in world football. Check out the list.

How Mourinho unravelled at Man United
Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson.

The greatest game never played
When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina’s most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson.

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Klopp’s team returned to winning ways after back-to-back 1-1 draws which had allowed Manchester City to overtake them in the standings.
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LIVERPOOL, England — Jurgen Klopp insists he is entirely relaxed about Liverpool’s situation in the Premier League title race, despite Manchester City reclaiming top spot earlier this week.
Liverpool trail the reigning champions on goal difference after back-to-back draws in the league, although they do have a game in hand on City.
But Klopp has stressed that the mood of Liverpool’s title charge on the outside is much different to the one inside Melwood.
“The funny thing about that is I didn’t…

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Alexis Nunes and Paul Mariner go head-to-head predicting all the Premier League matchups of the weekend, including Manchester City’s heavyweight bout with Chelsea.

With Manchester City and Liverpool both having key fixtures in the coming weeks, the FC crew wonder who can avoid fatigue to get job done.
Liverpool made world record pre-tax profits of £125 million in the year to May 31 2018, the club have announced.
The financial results were boosted by their run to last season’s Champions League final and the January sale of Philippe Coutinho to Barcelona for £142m.
Liverpool’s turnover increased by £90m to £455m, with all three major revenue streams showing improvement.
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ESPN+ is America’s home for a host of professional soccer leagues from around the world, highlighted by Italy’s Serie A, Major League Soccer, UEFA Nations League and English FA Cup. |
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Welcome to the 2018 FC 100
ESPN FC’s experts ranked the best men’s players and managers in world football. Check out the list.

How Mourinho unravelled at Man United
Fear, paranoia, difficult behaviour and constant battling with club officials and players led to the inevitable, writes Rob Dawson.

The greatest game never played
When Boca Juniors and River Plate were set to meet in Argentina’s most important match, Buenos Aires lost its mind, writes Wright Thompson.

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– Fantasy: Set lineups, check scores!

Media revenue increased by £66m to £220m, while commercial revenue rose by £17m to £154m….

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Jurgen Klopp remains confident Liverpool will not crack in what he now calls a three-horse title race with Man City and Tottenham.
The English Football Association is seeking written observations from Jurgen Klopp following comments he made about the referee in the aftermath of Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with West Ham United on Monday night, a source has told ESPN FC.
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In a postmatch interview with Sky Sports, Klopp suggested referee Kevin Friend did not “want to open the gap a bit more” after half-time at the London Stadium.
Sadio Mane put Liverpool ahead in the 22nd minute, despite James Milner clearly being offside in the buildup….

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Jurgen Klopp remains confident Liverpool will not crack in what he now calls a three-horse title race with Man City and Tottenham.
The English Football Association is seeking written observations from Jurgen Klopp following comments he made about the referee in the aftermath of Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with West Ham United on Monday night, a source has told ESPN FC.
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Pick your eight-man team and compete in the Champions League, Premier League, La Liga or Liga MX, then go head-to-head in leagues against your friends or people around the world. Sign up for free!

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Your team will be made up of eight players, at four different positions: two forwards, three midfielders, two defenders, and a goalkeeper. Find out more here.

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– Breaking down ESPN’s scoring system

In a postmatch interview with Sky Sports, Klopp suggested referee Kevin Friend did not “want to open the gap a bit more” after half-time at the London Stadium.
Sadio Mane put Liverpool ahead in the 22nd minute, despite James Milner clearly being offside in the buildup….

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Former Liverpool defender Steve Nicol explains why Jurgen Klopp’s side in its current form looks uncomfortably like the Liverpool of 18 months ago.

Goals from Sadio Mane and Michail Antonio left Liverpool and West Ham with a draw and saw Liverpool drop points for the second-straight match.

Goals from Sadio Mane and Michail Antonio left Liverpool and West Ham with a draw and saw Liverpool drop points for the second-straight match.

Goals from Sadio Mane and Michail Antonio left Liverpool and West Ham with a draw and saw Liverpool drop points for the second-straight match.
LONDON, England — Jurgen Klopp insists Liverpool will not crack from the pressure applied by Manchester City in the Premier League title race, but admitted his side were fortunate to get away with scoring an offside goal against West Ham United on Monday night.
Liverpool’s lead at the top of the table is now at three points following the 1-1 draw at the London Stadium.
Reigning champions City can move into first place if they beat Everton at Goodison Park on Wednesday night, although they will…

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