Liverpool stand on the brink of a historic Premier League triumph, with just one point needed against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday to secure a record-equalling 20th English top-flight title.
A draw at Anfield would take the Reds to 80 points — mathematically out of reach for second-placed Arsenal, who trail by 13 with only four games remaining.
Arne Slot’s side have been strong favourites to lift the trophy for months, and the Dutch manager is determined to wrap up the club’s second Premier League-era title in front of a packed Anfield — a contrast to the behind-closed-doors celebrations of 2020 due to the pandemic.
“It’s a big responsibility,” Slot said. “The last title came during Covid, so everyone is eager for this moment. We need at least one point — and our fans will be crucial, as they’ve been all season.”
Tottenham, languishing in 16th and winless at Anfield since 2011, seem unlikely to spoil the party. A win would not only secure Liverpool’s 20th league title, but also draw them level with arch-rivals Manchester United as the most decorated club in English top-flight history.
Salah shines as Slot’s revolution pays off
Mohamed Salah has been the driving force behind Liverpool’s relentless charge, notching 27 goals and 18 assists — the highest number of goal involvements ever recorded in a 38-game Premier League season.
At the season’s outset, few expected such dominance from a team under new management. Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City were tipped to win a fifth consecutive title, while Arsenal appeared poised to finally overtake them after two strong campaigns under Mikel Arteta.
But neither club could match Liverpool’s consistency or intensity.
Slot, appointed last summer following Jürgen Klopp’s nine-year tenure, made a seamless transition. Replacing Klopp’s high-octane pressing with a more composed, possession-based approach, the former Feyenoord boss quickly stamped his authority.
His 3–0 thrashing of Manchester United at Old Trafford in only his third league match was a statement of intent. A brief stumble against Nottingham Forest followed — but it proved to be Liverpool’s only early hiccup.
They went on to win 11 of their first 13 league games, building a commanding lead at the top as City and Chelsea faltered. Arsenal emerged as the nearest threat, but too many dropped points saw them fall short.
Navigating turbulence
Despite distractions — including speculation over the futures of Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold — Slot has kept his squad focused. Both Salah and Van Dijk have committed to new deals, while Alexander-Arnold is widely believed to be nearing a move to Real Madrid.
Slot himself briefly let emotions boil over during a contentious Merseyside derby draw in February, earning a two-match touchline ban. But aside from that moment, his calm leadership has guided Liverpool through a season of high expectations.
Their only major stumbles — a Champions League exit to PSG and a League Cup final loss to Newcastle — are now footnotes in a campaign defined by dominance.
As Sunday approaches, Liverpool are ready to finish the job and ignite celebrations that have been 12 months in the making.
The party at Anfield awaits.
