Slot's Steady Hand: Liverpool on Brink of Historic 20th League Title Under Arne Slot

Liverpool are on the verge of winning their 20th league title under Arne Slot, with Mohamed Salah's record-breaking season leading the charge. Get the latest updates.

Liverpool are on the brink of a historic Premier League title, primed to celebrate in front of a full Anfield crowd for the first time since 1990. A draw against Tottenham would see them clinch a record-equalling 20th English top-flight crown.

With a draw, Liverpool would reach 80 points, mathematically out of reach for second-placed Arsenal, who would trail by 13 points with four games remaining. The Reds are poised to make history.

Arne Slot believes Liverpool has a “big responsibility” to win the Premier League title in front of their home fans. The Reds have been favorites for months and are eager to seal the deal.

“It's a big responsibility,” said Slot. “We are aware that the last time this club won the league was during the Covid time, so everybody is looking forward to Sunday.”

“We know there's still a job to do. We need at least one point. Our fans know as well. When they come to the stadium they have to support us in the best possible way as they have done all season,” said Arne Slot.

Liverpool face 16th-placed Tottenham, who haven't won at Anfield since 2011. A title win would be historic, moving Liverpool level with Manchester United as the joint most successful club in English top-flight history with 20 titles.

The Salah Spark

Inspired by Mohamed Salah's relentless energy, Liverpool sprinted out of the gates and maintained their pace as rivals faltered. Initially, Pep Guardiola's Manchester City were favored to extend their dynasty, while Arsenal, under Mikel Arteta, were seen as emerging contenders after consecutive runner-up finishes. However, neither club could match Liverpool's intensity and consistency.

Liverpool's smooth transition under new manager Arne Slot alleviated concerns that the team would struggle to adapt to his methods after Jurgen Klopp's departure. Slot's appointment last June marked a new era at Anfield, but the Reds have continued their winning ways.

Arne Slot settled in quickly as Liverpool's manager, shifting the team's style from Jurgen Klopp's high-pressing ”heavy metal” approach to a more controlled, possession-based game. This change paid off early, with a 3-0 win at Old Trafford in just his third match in charge.

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A lone loss to Nottingham Forest proved a minor setback, as Liverpool won 11 of their first 13 league games, establishing a clear lead at the top. Arsenal emerged as their closest challengers but ultimately faltered, drawing too many games and failing to capitalize on Liverpool's rare slip-ups.

Arne Slot navigated the season calmly despite speculation surrounding three key players: Mohamed Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold. Salah and Van Dijk have signed new two-year deals, while Alexander-Arnold is reportedly close to joining Real Madrid.

Salah has been instrumental, scoring 27 league goals and providing 18 assists, setting a record for goal involvements in a 38-game season. Even Slot's composure was tested after a 2-2 draw with Everton in February, resulting in a two-game ban. “Emotions got the better of me,” he admitted.

Liverpool faced another setback with a loss to Fulham earlier this month—their second league defeat of the season. However, by that point, the title seemed all but secured.

In other competitions, Liverpool navigated the Champions League group stage with ease but struggled against Paris Saint-Germain in the last 16. They also suffered a surprising League Cup final loss to Newcastle. Any disappointment from those setbacks is likely to be overshadowed if they secure the league title on Sunday.

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