Liverpool's emphatic 5-0 victory over West Ham United at London Stadium was a masterclass in efficiency and clinical finishing. From the onset, Liverpool's intention was clear, as evidenced by Luis Diaz's opening goal in under 30 minutes. This early strike set the tone for a dominant first-half performance, with Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah adding to the lead before the break. Salah's involvement was critical; providing two assists illustrates his influence in both goal-scoring and creation. His partnership with Cody Gakpo and the assist from Curtis Jones for his goal highlighted Liverpool's fluidity in attacking transitions.

Statistically, one of the key differentiators was Liverpool's ability to convert their dominant possession into goal-scoring opportunities. With 13 shots on target compared to West Ham's zero, Liverpool's attacking prowess was undeniable. Trent Alexander-Arnold and Diogo Jota deepened West Ham's woes with second-half goals, further assisted by Ryan Gravenberch and Salah, respectively. West Ham struggled significantly in creating meaningful chances, with their 7 shots off target and a mere 2 corner kicks reflecting an inability to challenge Liverpool's defense or capitalize on set-piece opportunities.

Liverpool’s defensive line demonstrated discipline and awareness, consistently catching West Ham offside, as evidenced by the four offsides against the home team. In contrast, West Ham's defensive errors were apparent in their inability to manage Liverpool's high line and pressing game, evidenced by the multiple occurrences that led directly to goals. The relatively low foul count and the absence of cards in the game suggested a clean match but underscored West Ham's struggle to effectively disrupt Liverpool’s rhythm. Liverpool's comprehensive control with no offsides further exhibited their tactical discipline and cohesion on the field, demonstrating a formidable balance between aggressive play and disciplined control.

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