
Alexis Mac Allister has issued a clear reminder that Liverpool still have work ahead of them if they want to secure a Premier League title at Anfield in the coming weeks.
This comes after their 3-2 loss at Fulham, marking their third defeat in four matches across all competitions under manager Arne Slot.
While many pundits believe it’s just a matter of “when” Liverpool will be crowned champions rather than “if,” Mac Allister insists that this mindset has not taken hold within the squad.
Speaking after the loss at Craven Cottage, where he scored a powerful goal to give Liverpool the lead, Mac Allister told liverpoolfc.com: “A lot of people might say the Premier League is over, but in the dressing room, we know it’s not.
We still have many tough games ahead, and every team is fighting for something. We have to ensure we play the way we know and avoid the mistakes we made today.”
Liverpool must stay focused, and yesterday’s performance highlighted the risks of complacency.
Currently 11 points clear with only seven games remaining, and with their next three fixtures against teams ranked 14th or lower (two of which are at home), Liverpool should theoretically be close to securing the title by May.
However, if they continue making costly mistakes like those at Fulham, they may struggle to maintain their lead, potentially giving Arsenal hope of a late charge for the title.
Though some may argue Liverpool is aided by facing teams whose seasons are essentially over—West Ham safe from relegation and Leicester all but relegated—Arne Slot has often emphasized that no Premier League game is ever truly “easy.”
With Arsenal playing before Liverpool next weekend, the gap could shrink to eight points by the time Mac Allister and his teammates face West Ham. This scenario would serve as a reminder that the title race may not be as straightforward as many believe.
While Liverpool shouldn’t squander their lead, a victory over West Ham would help maintain their confidence and avoid any unnecessary pressure in the final stretch.
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