Liverpool edged past Everton with a narrow 1-0 victory on Wednesday night, further solidifying their position at the summit of the Premier League table. With just eight matches remaining, Arne Slot’s squad boasts a commanding 12-point lead, having played the same number of games as Arsenal.
With their hands already on the trophy in all but name, it’s only a matter of time before Liverpool officially clinches the title. For eager fans wondering when the inevitable will become reality, a timeline has been calculated for when the Reds could mathematically secure the Premier League crown and which team may have to offer them a guard of honour.
When Liverpool Can Secure the Premier League Title
The Reds need 13 more points from their remaining eight fixtures
To guarantee the championship, Slot’s team must collect 13 more points—assuming Arsenal wins all their remaining matches. Under this scenario, Liverpool could officially seal the title on May 4 at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea, a club with whom they have shared a heated rivalry, having met them at Wembley three times in the past three years.
However, there is a possibility that Liverpool could be crowned champions even earlier. If Arsenal, already under pressure, were to lose their next two matches against Everton and Brentford, Liverpool would be in a position to clinch the title on April 20 against Leicester City—provided they win their prior fixtures against Fulham and West Ham.
This would mark a remarkable achievement in Slot’s debut season, with the team still having five league games remaining at that point. Currently, Manchester United holds the record for the earliest Premier League title win, having secured the championship on April 14 during the 2000/01 season. If Liverpool were to triumph on April 20, they would fall just six days short of setting a new record.
Which Teams May Have to Give Liverpool a Guard of Honour
Arsenal could find themselves in an uncomfortable position
If Liverpool secures the title on April 20, five teams could be required to give them a guard of honour, including Arsenal, whom they face at Anfield on May 10. This would not be the first time the Gunners have had to pay tribute to a Liverpool title-winning side, as they did the same in 2020 under Mikel Arteta.
Other potential teams set to provide the ceremonial tribute include Tottenham and Chelsea before Arsenal’s visit. Liverpool’s final two games of the season are against Brighton and Crystal Palace, with the trophy presentation set to take place after their last home match against Palace at Anfield.
Liverpool’s Remaining Premier League Fixtures
Liverpool’s Remaining Premier League Fixtures
Date
Opponents
Home/Away
April 6
Fulham
Away
April 13
West Ham
Home
April 20
Leicester City
Away
April 27
Tottenham
Home
May 4
Chelsea
Away
May 10
Arsenal
Home
May 18
Brighton
Away
May 25
Crystal Palace
Home
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