Liverpool earned a vital 2-0 win over Fulham at Anfield, snapping their three-match losing streak across all competitions. Two quick goals just before halftime put Arne Slot's side in firm control as they strengthened their push for a top-five Premier League finish.
R. Ngumo scored in the 36th minute, slotting home from close range after a clever through ball from Dominik Szoboszlai. Just four minutes later, Mohamed Salah doubled the lead in the 40th minute, calmly finishing a precise cut-back delivered by Cody Gakpo. The two goals, separated by only 240 seconds, proved enough as Liverpool's defense held firm in the second half to secure all three points.
The victory lifts Liverpool to 52 points from 32 matches, strengthening their hold on fifth place as they chase Champions League qualification. Fulham, who sit roughly ninth with 44 points and had drawn 2-2 with Liverpool earlier this season, were unable to respond.
Liverpool would face European night at Anfield on Tuesday, 14 April, against Paris Saint-Germain in the second leg of their Champions League tie.