Liverpool`s significant lead at the top of the Premier League table brings them ever closer to their first title since the 2019-20 campaign, with the championship potentially being secured very soon.
Currently, Liverpool holds a 13-point advantage over second-placed Arsenal with just five fixtures remaining, making their coronation as champions highly probable. The Reds could potentially wrap up the title officially this week. While the quickest path might require a favorable result elsewhere, the destiny of the championship ultimately rests with Liverpool, who can clinch it through their own results starting Sunday.
Their commanding lead arrives five years after their last Premier League win in 2019-20, their sole title success in the competition during Jurgen Klopp`s acclaimed eight-year reign. Despite not being overwhelming title favorites at the start of their first season under Arne Slot, Jurgen Klopp`s successor who previously coached only in the Netherlands, the team`s exceptionally strong start quickly established them as the clear frontrunners months ago.
With the season drawing to a close, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 33 | 24 | 7 | 2 | 75 | 31 | +44 | 79 |
| 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.
Earliest Opportunity for Liverpool to Win the Premier League
Liverpool could technically clinch the title without playing this midweek. If second-placed Arsenal drops points against Crystal Palace on Wednesday (either a draw or a loss), that result would be sufficient to confirm Liverpool as Premier League champions.
Next Opportunity for Liverpool to Win the Premier League
Should Arsenal defeat Crystal Palace midweek, Liverpool would then have the chance to secure the title themselves on Sunday by beating Tottenham Hotspur. A win against Spurs would maintain their 13-point lead with only four matches left, putting them mathematically beyond Arsenal`s reach.
Alternative Scenarios for Liverpool`s Title Win
If Liverpool doesn`t secure the title against Tottenham on Sunday, their position remains strong. They could still claim the championship the following week. A victory against Chelsea on May 4th should be sufficient, irrespective of Arsenal`s results.
Will Liverpool Receive a Guard of Honour?
While not compulsory, it is traditional for the first opponent faced by the Premier League champions after they clinch the title to perform a guard of honour. There`s a potential scenario where their title rivals, Arsenal, might have to provide this guard of honour at Anfield, although this would depend on the timing of Liverpool`s title confirmation.
Dominic Ashworth