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Liverpool's Mane equals Van Persie's feat with eighth consecutive goal vs Crystal Palace

The Senegal forward continued his fine goalscoring run against the Eagles with the opening strike that boosted the Reds' Champions League push

Liverpool forward Sadio Mane's opening goal against Crystal Palace has made him the second player to score in eight consecutive Premier League matches against an opponent, after Robin van Persie.

The 2019 Africa Footballer of the Year linked up with Roberto Firmino to put the hosts ahead with his 10th goal of the campaign in their final league game of the season.

Despite his struggles in the 2020-21 season, the 29-year-old enjoys scoring against Roy Hodgson's team and he also grabbed a goal in their 7-0 humiliation back in December.