Two intriguing matches of the 27th round were played in the English Premier League on Sunday. Perhaps the most interesting duel took place at Anfield stadium, where Liverpool, supported by their fans, clashed with the English champions, Manchester City. Brendan Rodgers' team showed superiority over the "City" with a score of 2-1. The first half started without delays - the teams attacked intensively and in the 11th minute, the first goal was scored. Jordan Henderson put the "Reds" ahead with a beautiful long-range shot. B. Rodgers' players continued to control the ball after a quick goal, but in the 25th minute, they were punished for insecure defending. Edin Dzeko equalized the score with a great pass from Sergio Aguero. The rest of the first half was filled with great chances, especially from Liverpool's midfielder Adam Lallana, but he failed to beat Joe Hart in the opponent's goal. The next 45 minutes were of the same intensity and full of chances. Man City failed to impose their game and Liverpool players continued to demonstrate their superiority in the middle of the field. However, the decisive goal was scored in the 75th minute, when Philippe Coutinho defeated the English national team goalkeeper with a powerful shot from a distance. In the remaining time, Manuel Pellegrini threw attacking players into the battle, but the "Reds" continued to show their superiority, and a great chance at the end of the match was had by Daniel Sturridge. The final result remained 2-1, and the English vice-champions secured victory. This defeat was particularly painful for the Man City club, as their chances to fight for the first place became complicated. Chelsea has played one game less, but with a victory, they will be 8 points ahead of the "City." Meanwhile, Liverpool pushed Southampton out of the fifth place. In other matches, London's Arsenal clashed with Liverpool's Everton at home. Arsene Wenger's team celebrated a convincing 2-0 victory over the "Toffees." The first "Gunner" put Olivier Giroud ahead in the 39th minute, and Tomas Rosicky sealed the deal with a goal in the 90th minute. After the victory, Arsenal remains in third place, while Everton is satisfied with just the 14th position. Results: Liverpool 2 - 1 Manchester City 11' [1 - 0] J.Henderson 25' [1 - 1] E.Dzeko 75' [2 - 1] P.Coutinho Arsenal 2 - 0 Everton 39' [1 - 0] O.Giroud 89' [2 - 0] T.Rosicky League table
