Liverpool maintains a significant lead atop the Premier League standings, bringing them ever closer to securing their first league title since the 2019-20 season. The moment they can officially claim the trophy is now very much in sight.
Currently, Liverpool is 12 points ahead of second-place Arsenal with just five matches remaining. This substantial gap makes it highly probable that they will indeed finish the season as champions of England. The opportunity to officially clinch the title could arise as early as this weekend, demonstrating that the title race remains firmly within Liverpool`s control. They have a chance to win it outright when they return to action on Sunday.
This impressive lead comes five years after Liverpool`s last Premier League triumph, which was their sole title win during Jurgen Klopp`s successful eight-year tenure as manager. Despite not being widely tipped as title favorites at the start of their first season under Klopp`s successor, Arne Slot (who previously managed in the Netherlands), the team`s exceptionally strong start quickly established them as the clear frontrunners months ago.
With the season entering its final weeks, here are the potential scenarios for Liverpool to secure the Premier League title.
Premier League Standings
| TEAM | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Liverpool | 33 | 24 | 7 | 2 | 75 | 31 | +44 | 79 |
| 2. Arsenal | 34 | 18 | 13 | 3 | 63 | 29 | +34 | 67 |
Liverpool`s Remaining Schedule
- April 27: Liverpool vs. Tottenham Hotspur
- May 4: Chelsea vs. Liverpool
- May 11: Liverpool vs. Arsenal
- May 19: Brighton and Hove Albion vs. Liverpool
- May 25: Liverpool vs. Crystal Palace
When`s the Earliest Chance for Liverpool to Win the Premier League Title?
The earliest opportunity for Liverpool to clinch the Premier League title comes this Sunday. A win or even a draw against Tottenham Hotspur would be sufficient. A draw would increase their lead over Arsenal to 13 points with only four games left, making it impossible for Arsenal to overtake them mathematically.
What`s the Next Chance for Liverpool to Win the Premier League Title?
Should Liverpool fail to secure the title against Tottenham on Sunday, there`s still minimal cause for concern. A draw in their match against Chelsea on May 4th is likely enough to seal the title, irrespective of Arsenal`s outcome against Bournemouth that weekend. If Arsenal wins and Liverpool draws, the Reds would still hold a 10-point lead with only three matches remaining, an insufficient number of games for Arsenal to bridge the gap.
Will Liverpool Receive a Guard of Honor?
While not mandatory, it is traditional for the first opposing team to face the newly crowned Premier League champions to form a guard of honor. An interesting scenario could arise where Arsenal, one of their title rivals this season, might be required to perform this guard of honor at Anfield, although this would depend on the timing of Liverpool`s title confirmation.
Dominic Ashworth