Holding a significant lead at the top of the Premier League standings, Liverpool is moving ever closer to securing their first league title since the 2019-20 campaign. The moment they can officially claim the trophy appears imminent.
Currently, Liverpool sits 13 points clear of second-placed Arsenal with only five matches remaining. This considerable advantage makes it highly probable they will finish the season as champions of England. The title could potentially be secured as early as this week, although the fastest route might require some results elsewhere. Nevertheless, the outcome of the title race remains largely within Liverpool`s control, and they have the opportunity to seal it themselves when they next play on Sunday.
This impressive lead follows five years after their previous Premier League triumph, which was their sole win of this specific trophy, achieved during Jürgen Klopp`s celebrated eight-year tenure. Starting their first season under Klopp`s successor, Arne Slot, who previously only managed in the Netherlands, Liverpool wasn`t widely tipped as pre-season favorites. However, a remarkably strong start positioned the squad as firm title contenders months ago.
With the season entering its final phase, here are the potential scenarios under which Liverpool could clinch 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 |
33 |
18 |
12 |
3 |
61 |
27 |
+34 |
66 |
Liverpool`s remaining schedule
All times U.S./Eastern
- April 27: Liverpool vs. Tottenham Hotspur, 11:30 a.m.
- May 4: Chelsea vs. Liverpool, 11:30 a.m.
- May 11: Liverpool vs. Arsenal, 11:30 a.m.
- May 19: Brighton and Hove Albion vs. Liverpool, 3 p.m.
- May 25: Liverpool vs. Crystal Palace, 11 a.m.
When`s the earliest chance for Liverpool to win the Premier League title?
In terms of the earliest possibility, Liverpool could actually secure the title without playing their own match this midweek. Their closest challengers, Arsenal, are scheduled to face Crystal Palace on Wednesday. Should Arsenal drop points in that fixture (either a draw or a loss), it would mathematically guarantee Liverpool the Premier League championship.
What`s the next chance for Liverpool to win the Premier League title?
If Arsenal manages to defeat Crystal Palace during the week, Liverpool`s next opportunity to claim the title comes on Sunday against Tottenham Hotspur. A win in that game would ensure they maintain their 13-point advantage with only four matches left, making it mathematically impossible for Arsenal to overtake them.
Other scenarios for Liverpool to win the Premier League title
Should Liverpool fail to secure three points against Tottenham on Sunday, there`s still minimal cause for concern. They would likely be able to clinch the title the subsequent week. Defeating Chelsea on May 4 would likely be sufficient, regardless of Arsenal`s performance in their matches.
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 offer a guard of honor. An intriguing possibility exists where Arsenal, Liverpool`s main rivals this season, might be the team forming the guard of honor at Anfield, though this scenario would depend on the timing of Liverpool`s title confirmation.
Dominic Ashworth