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The 2021-22 Premier League season has been a fascinating watch so far. Over time, the title race is expected to only get tighter and the same stands true for the relegation battle.
Manchester City are leading the race at the top but with their recent loss to Tottenham Hotspur, the competition seems to have opened up again for Liverpool. The most consistent winner for the remainder of the season between City and the Reds shall be crowned the champions.
The Premier League has plenty of match-winners
The League possesses a number of world-class players, many of whom hold the capacity to win the game single-handedly. There have been instances in the season so far where a player has managed to sneak out a win more than once.
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Such match-winning performances have been a spectacle to watch for the fans. Here, we take a look at the players who have contributed the most number of match-winning goals this season for their respective clubs.
Honorable mention: Raul Jimenez (Wolverhampton Wanderers - 4 goals)
#5 Bernardo Silva (Manchester City)
It was rumored at the start of the 2021-22 season that Bernardo Silva was willing to leave Manchester City. The arrival of Jack Grealish prompted him to leave but no move materialized.
Luckily for City, the Portuguese's presence has proved to be a boon for them. Bernardo Silva has so far scored seven goals this season, out of which 4 of them have been match winners.
The left-footed midfielder has scored winning goals against Leicester City, Burnley, Aston Villa and Watford. Bernardo Silva's performance remains a key player in helping City defend their title this season.
#4 Raheem Sterling (Manchester City)
Another Manchester City player on this list is Raheem Sterling. The English winger has been with City for more than six seasons now.
Despite rumors linking him with a move away, it remains true that Sterling is an important player for Pep Guardiola. He has scored 10 league goals so far this season, out of which four have been match winners.
Sterling has scored the winning goals against Norwich City, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Watford and Everton so far. He's currently the third highest goal-scorer in the Premier League.
#3 Diogo Jota (Liverpool)
The Premier League has a number of fine Portuguese players and one of them is Diogo Jota. Since joining Liverpool last season, he has been a valuable asset for the Merseyside club.
With his versatility and amazing goal-scoring abilities, Jota has been quite productive for the Reds. In his 42 appearances for them so far, the Portuguese forward has so far scored 21 goals. Of the 12 goals he has scored this season, four of them have been match-winners.
Those match-winning goals have come against Leicester City, Newcastle United, Southampton and Burnley. Jota's contribution will be important in Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp's bid to win the league.
#2 Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester United)
Cristiano Ronaldo's return to Manchester United was a significant moment at the start of the 2021-22 season. With his experience and tremendous goal-scoring abilities, the Portuguese superstar came in with high expectations.
United's inconsistency and change in management has affected Ronaldo's performances but nonetheless the former Real Madrid forward has been among the goals. He has scored nine goals in 21 appearances for the Red Devils.
Out of the nine strikes, five have been match-winning goals in the Premier League. Those five crucial goals have come against Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal, Brighton & Hove Albion and Norwich City. Cristiano Ronaldo will play an important role if Manchester United wish to qualify for the Champions League next season.
#1 Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
No player this season has been as impressive as Mohamed Salah for Liverpool. The Egyptian has been in sensational form in front of goal with 17 goals to his name in 23 league appearances.
With nine assists registered to his name, Salah has a goal contribution of 1.17 goals per 90 minutes. Using his amazing dribbling, lovely footwork and sensational goal-scoring abilities, the left-footed winger has run riot in the Premier League.
Salah has been a massive asset for Liverpool over the past few years and this season too with his timely goals, he has proven his worth to the Reds. Out of his 17 goals, five of them have been match-winning goals. Leeds United, Everton, Aston Villa, Norwich City and Newcastle United. More such goals will be needed from Salah to put up a strong fight for the league title.
