Liverpool’s have effectively sealed the Premier League title after a commanding 2-0 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. With just 11 games left, Arne Slot’s side holds an 11-point lead at the top, a margin that looks insurmountable given their relentless consistency this season.
Liverpool Fans Call It—And They’re Right
As the final minutes of their statement victory ticked down, Liverpool’s jubilant fans filled the Etihad with chants of “We’re going to win the league.” This was no empty boast—the Reds have been the best team in the league by every meaningful measure.
Slot’s seamless transition from Jurgen Klopp has ensured that Liverpool remain a force to be reckoned with. The Dutchman has embraced the club’s rich legacy while adding his own tactical refinements, making the team more ruthless and efficient. The result? A league campaign that mirrors the dominance of past Liverpool greats like Bill Shankly, Bob Paisley, and Kenny Dalglish.
Manchester City, once seen as the immovable object at the top of English football, have faltered this season, while Arsenal’s inconsistency has made them unlikely to mount a serious challenge. Liverpool, with just one league defeat all season, are simply too strong to be caught.
History Shows Liverpool’s Lead Is Safe
Head coach Arne Slot has played down talk of the title being secured, insisting, “There is a challenge in every game.” But history tells a different story. No team with an 11-point lead at this stage of the season has ever let the title slip.
The only vaguely similar instance was in 1997-98 when Manchester United surrendered an 11-point lead to Arsenal. However, that United side had already lost five matches by that point—Liverpool have lost only one. Furthermore, Arsenal’s comeback back then was led by a prime Arsène Wenger and a squad brimming with world-class talent, something the current Arsenal team lacks.
Pep Guardiola, though refusing to explicitly declare Liverpool champions, showed his respect at the final whistle. His warm handshake with Slot and congratulations to Liverpool’s players suggested he already knows the title is heading to Anfield.
Liverpool’s Dominance Reflected in the Numbers
If anyone still doubts Liverpool’s superiority this season, the statistics provide undeniable proof. Slot’s team leads the league in goals scored (64), total shots (452), and shots on target (173). No team has outperformed them in key attacking metrics, highlighting their efficiency in front of goal.
Mohamed Salah, the talismanic forward, has been at the heart of this dominance. His goal and assist against City took his season tally to 30 goals and 21 assists—an incredible 51 goal contributions before the end of February. He now stands alongside club legends Roger Hunt and Ian Rush in scoring 30+ goals in five separate seasons for Liverpool.
Victory at the Etihad was also symbolic. Twice, Liverpool have lost the title to City on the final day. This time, they have ensured there will be no such heartbreak. With seven of their remaining 11 fixtures at Anfield, where they have been virtually unbeatable, the title race is over.
Liverpool’s Business-Like Approach Under Slot
Liverpool’s win over City wasn’t built on overwhelming attacking play but on tactical discipline and efficiency. Slot has taken Klopp’s high-energy approach and refined it, making Liverpool a more measured, yet equally devastating, force.
Despite having just 33.9% possession—their lowest in a Premier League win since 2003-04—Liverpool never looked in danger. City managed 16 shots but struggled to create clear-cut chances, with Alisson rarely tested. Liverpool, in contrast, converted their opportunities clinically, a hallmark of champions.
Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart summed it up perfectly: “That was a proper business-like performance from Liverpool. They had a contingency plan for every threat City posed and executed it perfectly.”
A Liverpool Procession Awaits
With Arsenal needing near-perfection to even have a slim chance, Liverpool can afford a few slip-ups—not that Slot will allow complacency. The remaining fixtures could turn into a mere victory parade for the Reds, as they march toward their 20th English top-flight title.
The final whistle at the Etihad felt like a coronation. Start the celebrations, and maybe even the open-top bus parade. Liverpool are champions. The title race is over.
