Mo Salah should be jailed for what he did to Nico González in the 40th minute against Man City.

Mo Salah delivered a masterclass in a crucial win over Manchester City on Sunday, showcasing his brilliance in a standout performance.

With Liverpool leading 2-0 just before halftime, Trent Alexander-Arnold regained possession near the edge of the box and played a simple pass to Salah. Under pressure from Josko Gvardiol and Omar Marmoush, it seemed difficult for the Egyptian to escape, so he shaped up as if to pass to Dominik Szoboszlai.

Sensing the danger, Nico González stepped up to press Szoboszlai, but Salah’s quick feint fooled him completely. As the 32-year-old continued dribbling instead, González lost his footing and collapsed to the ground, left embarrassed by the move.

Even from a distance, Salah’s ability to deceive a defender so effortlessly highlights the incredible form he is in right now. His performances have been so impressive that Arsène Wenger has even suggested he should be a Ballon d’Or contender.

The Egyptian star also revealed that he and Virgil van Dijk held a meeting after the Aston Villa game, demonstrating the squad’s determination to finish the season strong. After this statement victory over Pep Guardiola’s side and Arsenal’s defeat, it felt like a weekend that brought the title within Liverpool’s grasp.