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Twitter explodes as Sadio Mane helps Liverpool stay alive in title race by completing comeback in 2-1 win over Aston Villa

Sadio Mane helps Reds stay alive in title race Liverpool won all three points back after completing a brilliant comeback against Aston Villa to win 2-1 in the Premier League on Tuesday, May 10. The Reds went into this game with the intent of returning to winning ways following their 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on Saturday, May 7. They are now level on points with leaders Manchester City, but behind on goal difference and City have played one less match than the Reds. The Reds will need the Cityzens to drop points against Wolverhampton Wanderers on May 11 to have any chance at England's premier trophy. Against Villa, though, Liverpool conceded rather early, getting stunned by Douglas Luiz in the third minute. The Brazilian caught onto a cross by John McGinn, but saw his well-directed header saved by . He didn't waste any time getting on the rebound and slotting Aston Villa ahead. The Reds responded almost immediately, with adding his name to the scoresheet just three minutes later. The 30-year-old defender was brilliant in the final third as he pounced upon an error from Tyrone Mings to tap in from close range. After a chaotic start at Villa Park, the hosts and the visitors continued to create chances with vibrant movement through the middle of the park. However, neither side could break the deadlock before half-time. The only serious damp on what was a thrilling first-half would undeniably be Fabinho's injury. The midfield engine was forced off the pitch in the 30th minute for a seemingly hamstring injury and was replaced by Jordan Henderson. Jurgen Klopp's men have a FA Cup final against Chelsea looming on May 14. Hence, the German will most likely have to make a decision on who should take the defensive midfielder's spot.

Liverpool snatch all three points in the second half as Aston Villa fail to hold onto a draw

The second half started in fine fashion, with both sides keeping up the unrelenting pace that saw quite a few errors occur in the first half. 20 minutes in, Liverpool picked up the winning goal, thanks to a brilliant header from Sadio Mane. The AFCON winner scored his 15th goal of the season, with Luis Diaz to thank for the assist. The Portuguese star performed brilliantly down the left flank. He whipped in a cross for an unmarked Mane to slot past Aston Villa goalkeeper . The Reds weren't able to score again, as the hosts put up a last-ditch effort to secure one point. However, Villans' big chance, which they did score, was struck down for offside after blasted his shot past Alisson. The 1-2 loss for Aston Villa sees them stuck in mid-table obscurity as they are 11th in the table. Meanwhile, Liverpool have consolidated their second place in the Premier League. Twitter exploded with the Reds' stunning comeback win, with many discussing the events of the game. Here is a selection of tweets: We’re so lucky we have Alisson I can’t lieWe’re so lucky we have Alisson I can’t lie Not sure what’s worse John Moss’s refereeing or Carraghers commentary Not sure what’s worse John Moss’s refereeing or Carraghers commentary Still don’t know how people don’t rate HendersonStill don’t know how people don’t rate Henderson I AM WITNESSING THE WORST REFEREEING PERFORMANCE OF ALL TIME I AM WITNESSING THE WORST REFEREEING PERFORMANCE OF ALL TIME the things i would do for a salah goal, the ungratefulness is getting too much.the things i would do for a salah goal, the ungratefulness is getting too much. Sadio Mane has been directly involved in 19 goals in all competitions since the start of 2022:

16 goals scored
3 assists

Liverpool’s main man this year. Sadio Mane has been directly involved in 19 goals in all competitions since the start of 2022: 16 goals scored 3 assists Liverpool’s main man this year. Luis Diaz’s last 5 Premier League games:

3 goals
3 assists

Keeping Liverpool’s title hopes alive Luis Diaz’s last 5 Premier League games: 3 goals 3 assistsKeeping Liverpool’s title hopes alive Danny Ings has had one of his best ten minute spells for Liverpool hereDanny Ings has had one of his best ten minute spells for Liverpool here Have to admit Ollie Watkins is very goodHave to admit Ollie Watkins is very good I guarantee Villa won’t play like this when the play Man CityI guarantee Villa won’t play like this when the play Man City Keita once Thiago came on the pitchKeita once Thiago came on the pitch Gerrard when Mane scored.Gerrard when Mane scored. The amount of passion Luis Diaz brings to every game is unrivaled,
What a player The amount of passion Luis Diaz brings to every game is unrivaled,What a player STAT: Liverpool are just the second team in Premier League history to have three players reach 15+ goals in a single campaign [Sadio Mané, Mohamed Salah, Diogo Jota], after Manchester City’s title winning side of 2013-14 [Yaya Touré, Sergio Agüero, Edin Dzeko]. [opta] STAT: Liverpool are just the second team in Premier League history to have three players reach 15+ goals in a single campaign [Sadio Mané, Mohamed Salah, Diogo Jota], after Manchester City’s title winning side of 2013-14 [Yaya Touré, Sergio Agüero, Edin Dzeko]. [opta] Pep at home rn: Pep at home rn: We've played better since Henderson came onWe've played better since Henderson came on Salah is our only natural right sided player. Need another option this summer. Salah is our only natural right sided player. Need another option this summer. Klopp everytime trent skys a freekickKlopp everytime trent skys a freekick Liverpool can still improve with a Coutinho type player in midfield. Some creativity will do the world of good. Liverpool can still improve with a Coutinho type player in midfield. Some creativity will do the world of good. Alisson is the best 1 v1 goalkeeper on the planet.Alisson is the best 1 v1 goalkeeper on the planet. Danny Ings todayDanny Ings today Announce SM10 new contract talks Announce SM10 new contract talks ?????? ?'?? ?????..... ?????? ?'?? ?????..... Luis Diaz

That’s the name.

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