How Chelsea's defeat to Liverpool affects Premier League top four race

Chelsea missed the chance to cement their place in the top four as they were beaten at Anfield.

Maurizio Sarri's men went into their encounter with Liverpool in fourth with the pressure on after wins for Tottenham and Manchester United on Saturday.

Spurs put Huddersfield to the sword before a below-par United edged out West Ham at Old Trafford.

But despite a resolute first-half display, Chelsea could not extend their recent good form against Liverpool.

Sadio Mane headed in the opener for the hosts and just minutes later Mohamed Salah thumped home a stunning drive from range.

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United's players celebrate (John Peters)

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Tottenham

Current position: 3rd

Points: 67

Remaining fixtures: Manchester City (A), Brighton (H) West Ham (H), Bournemouth (A), Everton (H)

Recent form: Two wins, one draw, three defeats - 7 points

Chelsea

Maurizio Sarri and assistant Gianfranco Zola (PA)

Current position: 4th

Points: 66

Remaining fixtures: Burnley (H), Manchester United (A), Watford (H), Leicester City (A)

Recent form: Three wins, one draw, two defeats - 10 points

Pogba scores from the spot (NIGEL RODDIS/EPA-EFE/REX)

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Manchester United

Current position: 5th

Points: 64

Remaining fixtures: Everton (A), Manchester City (H), Chelsea (H), Huddersfield (A), Cardiff (H)

Recent form: Four wins, two defeats - 12 points

Gunners boss Emery (Michael Zemanek/BPI/REX)

Arsenal

Current position: 6th

Points: 63

Remaining fixtures: Watford (A), Crystal Palace (H), Wolves (A), Leicester City (A), Brighton (H), Burnley (A)

Recent form: Four wins, one draw, one defeat - 13 points