Liverpool’s Lead Cut in Premier League and Man City Ends Slump. Chelsea and Arsenal Win

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates with teammates after scoring his side's third goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Newcastle and Liverpool, at St. James Park in Newcastle, England, on Dec 4, 2024. Ian Hodgson/AP Photo

MANCHESTER, England—Liverpool’s lead at the top of the Premier League was cut to seven points after a thrilling 3–3 draw with Newcastle on Wednesday.

Chelsea moved up to second by thrashing last-place Southampton 5–1, while Arsenal is third after a 2–0 win over Manchester United.