Liverpool lost ground in the race for a top-four finish after they were defeated 1-0 by Chelsea at Anfield.
Mason Mount broke the deadlock in the 43rd minute, applying the finishing touches to a break from the Blues when he darted inside and swept into the corner.
The Reds pressed in search of an equaliser throughout the second half, but were unable to break down the visitors, who clinched all three points.
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