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On Saturday afternoon in England, the seventeenth round of the Premier League championship began.
At home, Brendan Rodgers' Liverpool players secured a relatively easy victory and temporarily climbed to the top of the league table.
Under the leadership of Luis Suarez, the hosts defeated Malky Mackay's Cardiff City team 3-1.
Two goals for the winners were scored by the aforementioned L. Suarez, who also provided an assist to Raheem Sterling. All three goals were scored in the first half.
In the second half, Jordan Mutch scored to soften the score, but Liverpool did not let the victory slip from their hands.
Both Manchester clubs also celebrated victories in the seventeenth round of matches.
Manchester United at home easily defeated West Ham United players with a score of 3-1.
In the first half, goals were scored by Danny Welbeck and Adnan Januzaj, while Ashley Young scored in the second half. Carlton Cole scored a consolation goal for Sam Allardyce's players.
Meanwhile, Manchester City players celebrated a victory against Fulham after a tough battle.
Goals from Yaya Toure and Vincent Kompany allowed Manuel Pellegrini's players to take the lead in the first half, but the score became level in the second half after a precise strike from Kieran Richardson and an own goal by V. Kompany.
However, Jesus Navas soon restored the advantage for the "Citizens," and James Milner secured the victory.
Newcastle also secured a victory, defeating Crystal Palace 3-0 away from home.
Goals for the winners were scored by Yohan Cabaye and Hatem Ben Arfa. Daniel Gabbidon scored an own goal.
After Saturday's matches, the top of the league table is tight - Liverpool players are in first place with 36 points, followed by Man City with 35. Arsenal, who will play this round on Monday, dropped to third place, and Chelsea with 33 points is in fourth place.
Results / Table / Video:
Liverpool 3 - 1 Cardiff City
Manchester United 3 - 1 West Ham
Fulham 2 - 4 Manchester City
Crystal Palace 0 - 3 Newcastle United
Stoke City 2 - 1 Aston Villa
West Bromwich 1 - 1 Hull City
