For the Liverpool fans who made the trip to Leicester on Easter Sunday, it turned out to be a day to remember.
A narrow 1-0 win over Leicester City at the King Power Stadium brought Liverpool within three points of securing their 20th league title, which would bring them level with long-time rivals Manchester United.
For the second consecutive weekend, Arne Slot’s team relied on a late goal from a defender to overcome a bottom-four Premier League side. Now, with the title in sight, they edge closer to the finish line.
The breakthrough came in the 76th minute when Trent Alexander-Arnold found the net, sending the away section into a frenzy. Any discontent over his rumored move to Real Madrid was put aside as fans celebrated finally breaching a resilient Leicester defense.
After the final whistle, the traveling supporters left the stadium singing a simple but powerful chant: “We’re gonna win the Football League again,” expressing their joy and confidence in the title returning to Merseyside.
Liverpool could be officially crowned Premier League champions this week.
While it’s been over 30 years since the Premier League split from the EFL, the sentiment from the jubilant fans was unmistakable – the title is nearly theirs, and it’s only a matter of time before it’s confirmed.
That moment could arrive as early as Wednesday if Arsenal lose to Crystal Palace. Anticipating that outcome, the Liverpool squad might gather to watch the game together, ready to celebrate if the title is clinched midweek.
If not, they’ll have the opportunity to secure the title themselves next Sunday when they host Tottenham at what promises to be a festive Anfield.
Some pundits – notably Richard Keys – have tried to downplay Liverpool’s success, crediting their rise more to other teams’ failures than their own performances under Slot.
But if Liverpool lift their 20th league trophy around 6:30pm on Sunday, it’s safe to say no one at Anfield will be paying attention to those critical voices.
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