Brighton are targeting a third win on the spin following convincing victories over Chelsea (3-0) and Southampton (4-0) lifted them to ninth in the table and just four points outside the top four. Bournemouth are currently sixth in the standings having fallen to two home defeats in a row

The two of them banged their chests and waved their fists in the driving rain, but the look they gave Liverpool’s joyous fans was one of defiance and steely focus, eyes fixed on the prize. This was the day Liverpool took another giant step towards the Premier League title.

At the home of Manchester City, Liverpool produced a performance worthy of champions to move 11 points clear at the top of the Premier League.