Liverpool manager Arne Slot says his players carry a “big responsibility” as they prepare to clinch a historic 20th top-flight title in front of their home fans this Sunday against Tottenham Hotspur.
The Reds need just a single point from their Anfield showdown to seal the Premier League title, after Arsenal’s 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace on Wednesday widened the gap at the top. With four games remaining, Liverpool have the chance to wrap up the league in dominant fashion, boasting a 12-point lead over second-placed Arsenal.
Sunday’s match holds extra significance for the Merseyside faithful. The last time Liverpool won the league — in the 2019-20 season under Jurgen Klopp — fans were unable to celebrate at Anfield due to pandemic restrictions. The iconic stadium stood empty as captain Jordan Henderson lifted the club’s first league trophy in 30 years.
Slot, who replaced Klopp last summer and is in his debut season at the helm, is determined to bring the moment home — this time with a full house watching.
“First of all, that’s a big responsibility,” said the Dutchman, who previously led Feyenoord to the Eredivisie title. “We are aware that the last time this club won the league, it was during Covid, so everybody is looking forward to Sunday. But we know there is still a job to be done — and that’s at least one point.”
Slot praised the Anfield crowd for their unwavering support and urged them to rise once more for what could be a memorable day.
“Hopefully our fans support us in the best possible way — like they have all season — and are aware of the fact that we still need a point. It’s a nice game to look forward to, but it’s also a responsibility we have.”
Liverpool have been in imperious form this season, suffering just two league defeats — one of them at home — and boasting the Premier League’s best home record with 41 points from 16 games at Anfield.
Tottenham, meanwhile, arrive on Merseyside with history and form against them. Spurs have not won at Anfield since 2011 and have lost 18 league matches this term. With their focus likely leaning toward a crucial Europa League semi-final first leg against Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt next Thursday, manager Ange Postecoglou may be forced to juggle priorities.
Despite some critics claiming this season’s Premier League lacked competitiveness, Slot dismissed the idea, calling it “a really difficult league” to win.
“In all the years before, it was quite clear which clubs would take the top spots,” he said. “But this season, it’s been very competitive — especially in the race for the top four and five.”
As Liverpool stand on the verge of a landmark achievement, the stakes couldn’t be higher. For the players, the manager, and the fans, Sunday could be the day they finally celebrate a title win together at Anfield — a scene long overdue.
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