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  October 7, 2025 With just two goals in seven Premier League games this season and none from open play since Matchday 1, Mohamed Salah's form has dipped dramatically after an incredible 2024-25 campaign. As Liverpool navigate early-season struggles, their Egyptian King's diminished output has become both symptom and cause of the Reds' challenges. The Concerning Trend It was a most unwelcome experience of déjà vu for Liverpool. Arne Slot's men enjoyed scoring late winners earlier this season, but for the second consecutive weekend, they traveled to London to face a team beginning with C and lost 2-1 to a goal deep in stoppage time. The defeat at former club Chelsea particularly galled Salah, who missed two presentable chances to score. These misses represent the latest setback in what has been a frustrating start to the season for the Egyptian forward. The Statistical Decline The numbers paint a troubling picture for a player who recorded 57 goal involvements las...

  October 5, 2025 Saturday's Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge between Chelsea and Liverpool carries extra significance as both clubs desperately need a positive result to arrest their recent decline. With both teams suffering back-to-back defeats and facing significant injury concerns, this classic rivalry could prove pivotal in determining their season trajectories. Chelsea's Disciplinary Crisis Enzo Maresca's Blues have endured consecutive Premier League defeats for just the third time under their current manager, losing to Manchester United and Brighton. While they bounced back with a midweek Champions League victory over Benfica, their disciplinary issues continue to plague them. João Pedro was dismissed for a second yellow card in stoppage time against Benfica, marking the third consecutive match in which Chelsea had a player sent off. The statistics are damning: since the start of last season, Chelsea have received more cards (114 yellow, 4 red) than any o...