Liverpool soared to the top of the Premier League standings with a commanding 3-0 victory over Bournemouth on Saturday, while Manchester United were left frustrated by a goalless draw against Crystal Palace. Nicolas Jackson starred for Chelsea with two goals in a 3-0 triumph against West Ham, while Aston Villa kept pace at the top with a 3-1 comeback win over Wolves.
Liverpools Strong ResponseLiverpool, still reeling from a shock defeat to Nottingham Forest last week, bounced back emphatically. Luis Diaz, rested midweek during Liverpool's Champions League win at AC Milan, returned to the starting lineup and scored twice within minutes.
Diaz capitalised on a defensive error by Kepa Arrizabalaga to open the scoring and soon after added a second, expertly set up by Trent Alexander-Arnold. Darwin Nunez, starting for the first time this season, ended his 14-game scoring drought with a stunning strike into the far corner.
The three-goal win propelled Liverpool above Manchester City and Aston Villa on goal difference, with all three teams tied on 12 points, and City having a game at hand.
Manchester Uniteds Premier League Struggles ContinueManchester United's trip to Selhurst Park ended in a disappointing 0-0 draw, leaving Erik ten Hag's side with only two wins from their first five league games. United were saved by goalkeeper Andre Onana, who produced a brilliant double save to deny Eddie Nketiah and Ismaila Sarr.
