Liverpool are just one step away from securing their 20th English top-flight title, a triumph that would etch their name deeper into footballing folklore. A draw or win against Tottenham at Anfield on Sunday will confirm their status as champions, moving them level with arch-rivals Manchester United as the most successful club in English league history.
With 79 points already secured, even a single point would mathematically guarantee the title, leaving Arsenal—13 points behind with only four games remaining—with no chance of catching them. For manager Arne Slot and his squad, this moment represents the culmination of a relentless campaign, one that began with uncertainty but has unfolded with near-perfect execution.
A Title Five Years in the Making
Liverpool’s last Premier League triumph in 2020 was bittersweet, marred by the emptiness of the Covid-19 pandemic. The trophy lift took place in a near-deserted Anfield, robbing fans of the raucous celebration they had longed for. This time, the stage is set for a true coronation—one that promises flares, flags, and an outpouring of emotion from the Kop.
“What we have now is a wonderful opportunity that we should grasp with both hands,” Slot wrote in his matchday programme notes. “Finishing top of this league would be an incredible achievement, and having put ourselves in this position, we must now finish the work that began last summer.”
The Road to Glory
Few predicted Liverpool’s dominance at the start of the season. Manchester City, chasing an unprecedented fifth consecutive title, were the bookmakers’ favourites, while Arsenal—fresh from back-to-back second-place finishes—were widely tipped as the most likely challengers. Yet, it has been Liverpool who have set the pace, combining attacking flair with defensive resilience under Slot’s tactical evolution.
The Dutchman, who replaced the legendary Jürgen Klopp last summer, faced skepticism over whether he could maintain the club’s high standards. Klopp’s departure marked the end of an era defined by gegenpressing and emotional highs, but Slot has seamlessly transitioned the team into a more possession-oriented, controlled style.
An early 3-0 demolition of Manchester United at Old Trafford served notice of Liverpool’s credentials, and despite a shock home defeat to Nottingham Forest soon after, they responded with an 11-win streak that established them as the team to beat.
Salah’s Record-Breaking Influence
Mohamed Salah has been the heartbeat of Liverpool’s charge. The Egyptian forward has shattered records this season, contributing 27 goals and 18 assists—the most goal involvements in a single 38-game Premier League campaign. Alongside him, Virgil van Dijk has marshaled a resolute defense, while Trent Alexander-Arnold’s creativity from right-back has remained pivotal, even as speculation swirls over a potential move to Real Madrid.
Off the field, Slot has handled the pressure with remarkable composure—barring a brief touchline ban following an animated outburst during a fiery Merseyside derby draw in February. Minor stumbles against Fulham and a Champions League exit to Paris Saint-Germain did little to derail their league momentum, and now, with the finish line in sight, Liverpool stand ready to reclaim their place at the summit of English football.
Tottenham: The Final Hurdle
On paper, Tottenham should pose little threat. The visitors sit 16th, winless at Anfield since 2011, and have struggled for consistency under Ange Postecoglou. But in football, sentiment and statistics often collide—Spurs will be desperate to play spoiler in what promises to be a carnival-like atmosphere.
Yet, for Liverpool, the equation is simple: avoid defeat, and the title is theirs. The streets around Anfield are already awash with red, scarves and banners proclaiming “Liverpool – 20-Time Champions” fluttering in the spring breeze. After years of near-misses and a pandemic-dimmed celebration, the Reds are ready to party like never before.
By full-time on Sunday, history may well be made. And this time, Anfield will be there to witness it in full voice.