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Liverpool stand on the verge of Premier League glory as they prepare to host Tottenham at Anfield on Sunday, needing just a draw to secure a record-equalling 20th English top-flight title.
A point against Spurs would put Liverpool on 80 points, leaving second-placed Arsenal mathematically unable to catch them with only four matches remaining.
Under Arne Slot’s guidance, the Reds have been heavy favourites to lift their second Premier League trophy for months. Slot acknowledged the weight of expectation ahead of the potentially historic afternoon at Anfield, especially given that the club’s last title came behind closed doors during the Covid-19 pandemic.
“It’s a big responsibility,” said the Dutch manager. “The last time the club won the league, it was during Covid with no fans. Everybody is excited for Sunday. We know there’s still a job to do, and our fans will be vital in helping us get over the line.”
On paper, Liverpool should have little to fear from Ange Postecoglou’s struggling Tottenham, who sit 16th and have not tasted victory at Anfield since 2011.
Victory would not only seal this season’s crown but also lift Liverpool alongside bitter rivals Manchester United as the joint-most successful club in English top-flight history.
Salah Leads Liverpool Charge
Liverpool’s title bid has been spearheaded by the inspirational Mohamed Salah, whose remarkable tally of 27 goals and 18 assists has set a new benchmark for goal contributions in a 38-game Premier League season.
At the season’s outset, Manchester City were widely tipped to extend their dominance with a fifth consecutive title, while Arsenal were expected to mount a serious challenge under Mikel Arteta. However, Liverpool’s relentless pace and consistency quickly set them apart.
Slot’s transition from Jurgen Klopp’s high-octane pressing game to a more measured, possession-based style has been seamless. A resounding 3-0 victory at Old Trafford in his third game in charge signalled Liverpool’s intent, and despite a surprise defeat to Nottingham Forest shortly after, the Reds won 11 of their first 13 matches to race clear at the summit.
Arsenal did their best to keep pace but drew too many games to capitalise on Liverpool’s rare slip-ups.
Slot also had to contend with constant speculation over key players’ futures. Both Salah and Virgil van Dijk have since signed two-year contract extensions, while Trent Alexander-Arnold is rumoured to be nearing a move to Real Madrid.
Despite minor setbacks — including a touchline ban for Slot after a heated Merseyside derby and a rare loss to Fulham — Liverpool’s march towards the title has been relentless. While their Champions League journey ended prematurely against Paris Saint-Germain, and Newcastle pipped them to the League Cup, these disappointments pale in comparison to the impending title triumph.
All eyes will now be on Anfield, where Liverpool hope to seal their place in history and spark a title celebration worthy of their season-long dominance.
