Premier League Title Prospects for Liverpool: Latest Timeline and Scenarios Following Arsenal's Postponed Celebrations
With the Premier League title within their grasp, Liverpool could potentially clinch victory this week
The Reds showed their resilience after Arsenal's 4-0 triumph over Ipswich, securing a 1-0 win against Leicester on Sunday.
As the season enters its latter stages, the importance of maintaining their lead at the top cannot be overstated, especially after losses in the Carabao Cup final and the Champions League.
In a serendipitous turn, it was Trent Alexander-Arnold, who has agreed to join Real Madrid at the end of the season, that scored the critical goal at the King Power Stadium.
This puts Liverpool on the cusp of champions status, with the possibility of being crowned before their next Premier League fixture.
As Arne Slot continues to emulate club legend Jurgen Klopp in his debut season, Liverpool will secure the Premier League crown if Crystal Palace beat Arsenal at the Emirates on Wednesday, April 23.
An Arsenal draw in the London derby would mean that Liverpool only require a point in their next match, against Tottenham on Sunday, 27 April. With one more win, the trophy is guaranteed, regardless of Arsenal's remaining results.
They currently need three more wins to secure the title, even if Arsenal win all of their remaining games.
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Liverpool will secure the Premier League crown if Crystal Palace beat Arsenal at the Emirates on Wednesday, April 23. If the Gunners draw their London derby, then Liverpool only need a point in their next game - against Tottenham on Sunday, 27 April.
One more win guarantees the club the trophy, irrespective of Arsenal’s remaining results.
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The Gunners can amass a maximum of 81 points, leaving Slot's men needing to reach the 82-point threshold to secure the title.
The earliest they can achieve that milestone will be against Tottenham at Anfield this Sunday.
Liverpool's Remaining Games
- Liverpool vs Tottenham - April 27
- Chelsea vs Liverpool - May 4
- Liverpool vs Arsenal - May 10
- Brighton vs Liverpool - May 18
- Liverpool vs Crystal Palace - May 25
If Anthony Grant's Spurs delay the title celebrations, then May 4 away at Chelsea could be the day. wherever it ultimately occurs, Liverpool are likely to receive a guard of honor from all remaining opponents this season.
This would mean that Arsenal, who have yet again missed out on Premier League glory, would have to applaud their rivals on May 10.
Should Liverpool stumble in their remaining games prior to the meeting with Arsenal, there's potential for them to clinch victory against the Gunners.
However, the exact moment for Liverpool to claim the title remains uncertain. One thing's for sure: if they achieve it, they will lift the Premier League trophy on the final day against Crystal Palace.
An exciting end to a season without Klopp's guidance would undoubtedly be a memorable one for both players and supporters alike.
The champions league title remains an ambition for Liverpool beyond their Premier League victory, as they aim to secure a spot in the 2023-24 European-leagues. Liverpool's rivals Arsenal, having missed out on Premier League glory yet again, will have to applaud their rivals on May 10, if Liverpool stumble in their remaining games prior to the meeting and clinch victory against them. This would mean that Liverpool will lift the Premier League trophy on the final day against Crystal Palace, securing the title with three more wins, even if Arsenal win all of their remaining games. Anfield will bear witness to Liverpool securing the title on either April 27 against Tottenham or May 4 away at Chelsea, as long as Crystal Palace beat Arsenal at the Emirates on April 23. Postecoglou, the manager of Liverpool, has been emulating the legendary Jurgen Klopp and will be hoping to secure the Premier League crown as his debut season draws to a close. Alexander-Arnold, who has agreed to join Real Madrid at the end of the season, will be missed keenly by Liverpool fans, with his game-changing attributes contributing significantly to the team's impressive performances this season. The exact moment for Liverpool to claim the title remains uncertain, but one thing's for sure: if they achieve it, they will lift the Premier League trophy on the final day against Crystal Palace.
