Liverpool edges closer to Premier League title, Newcastle thrashes Man Utd

LONDON, April 13 (Xinhua) -- Liverpool moved closer to the Premier League title on Sunday with a 2-1 victory at home against a resilient West Ham United.

Liverpool entered the game knowing Arsenal had dropped two points at home to Brentford on Saturday and quickly took the lead through Luis Diaz after a pass from Mohamed Salah.

West Ham pressed hard in the second half, seeking an equalizer. Although there