Liverpool are disappearing over the horizon, leaving so-called title rivals to fight it out for second place. Arne Slot’s relentless team stretched their lead at the top of the Premier League to 13 points with 10 games remaining with an assured defeat of Newcastle. Arsenal have no chance of bridging the gap. Liverpool appear to be improving.A first-half goal from Dominik Szoboszlai and a fine second half strike from fellow midfielder Alexis Mac Allister sufficed against Eddie Howe’s team, who must hope injured assets and confidence recovers when the two clubs meet again in the Carabao Cup final in 18 days’ time. Liverpool were simply too strong and too solid for their challenge at Anfield. A run of five games in 15 days was portrayed as a defining period in the title race. Liverpool have strengthened their grip on title number 20. Continue reading...