Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League table to seven points with a dramatic 2-0 away victory against Brentford, thanks to two injury-time goals from Darwin Núñez.
In a fiercely contested encounter at the Gtech Community Stadium, the home side looked set to hold Liverpool to a stalemate after 90 minutes of regulation play.
However, Núñez had other plans, delivering two quick-fire goals in the dying moments of the game to seal a crucial win for the Reds.
The Uruguayan forward broke the deadlock in the first minute of added time (90+1), capitalizing on a clever pass from Trent Alexander-Arnold to slot the ball past Brentford goalkeeper Mark Flekken.
Just two minutes later (90+3), Núñez struck again, this time pouncing on a defensive error to secure all three points for his side.
The victory extends Liverpool’s winning streak and cements their position at the top of the Premier League table, seven points clear of their nearest rivals.
Manager Arne Slot praised Núñez’s late heroics, calling it a “masterclass in perseverance and clinical finishing.”
Brentford, who had defended resolutely for much of the match, will feel hard done by as their efforts to frustrate the league leaders came undone in the final moments.
Despite the loss, Thomas Frank’s side remains mid-table, showcasing their competitiveness against the league’s elite.
Liverpool’s title charge now looks stronger than ever as they continue their relentless march toward reclaiming the Premier League crown.
For Núñez, these two goals serve as yet another reminder of his growing importance to the team’s attacking arsenal.
The Reds will look to maintain their momentum when they face their next challenge, while Brentford will aim to bounce back in their upcoming fixtures.