Rome, Dec. 13 (LaPresse) – In the match valid for the 16th round of the Premier League, Liverpool beat Brighton 2-0 thanks to a brace from Ekitike. The game marked Mohamed Salah’s return to the pitch after tensions with coach Arne Slot. The Egyptian forward came on in the 26th minute to replace the injured Gomez, receiving an ovation from the Anfield crowd. In the other afternoon fixture, Chelsea defeated Everton 2-0 with goals from Palmer (21st) and Gusto (45th).

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