Local hero Jones the toast of Anfield as Slot's Reds see off Chelsea to stay out in front

Academy graduate Jones stepped into midfield in place of Alexis Mac Allister, who had returned from international duty not feeling 100 per cent, and stole the limelight from some of his more illustrious team-mates.

FLYING HIGH: Liverpool's Curtis Jones (right) celebrates scoring their side's second goal of the game during the Premier League match at Anfield, Liverpool. Picture date: Sunday October 20, 2024. PA Photo. See PA story SOCCER Liverpool. Photo credit should read: Peter Byrne/PA Wire

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Curtis Jones was the hero as Liverpool came through their sternest test so far this season to remain the Premier League title pacesetters after a hard-fought win over improving Chelsea at Anfield.