Liverpool’s Title Scenarios: When & How
Earliest Possible Title Win: TODAY (April 20)
Requirements:
Arsenal lose to Ipswich Town (2:00 PM BST).
Liverpool defeat Leicester City (4:30 PM BST).
Outcome: A Liverpool win would put them on 79 points, while Arsenal’s maximum possible total would drop to 78 points with five games left. Title secured today.
If Arsenal Avoid Defeat on April 20:
Liverpool can still clinch the title by:
Beating Leicester (April 20) and Tottenham (April 27).
Arsenal dropping points in their next two games (vs. Crystal Palace on April 23 and Bournemouth on April 27).
Key Date: April 27 vs. Tottenham at Anfield. A win here would seal the title with four games to spare, matching Manchester United’s 1999/00 record.
Guard of Honor Scenario:
If Liverpool secure the title before May 4, they could receive a guard of honor from Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Trophy Presentation & Parade Plans
Trophy Handover:
Confirmed for May 25 after Liverpool’s final home game vs. Crystal Palace. This marks the first time fans will witness the presentation at Anfield since 1990 (due to COVID-19 restrictions in 2020).
Victory Parade:
Date: Likely May 26 (Bank Holiday Monday).
Route: Expected to follow previous parades (13.5 km through Liverpool, passing landmarks like The Strand and waterfront).
Scale: Anticipated to draw over 1 million fans, surpassing the 750,000 who celebrated the 2019 Champions League win.
Jurgen Klopp’s Role:
The legendary former manager confirmed he’ll attend the parade (but not on the bus) to celebrate with fans.
Controversial Petition & Fan Reactions
London Parade Petition:
A Change.org petition (signed by <30 people) demands the parade be moved to London, citing southern fan accessibility. Likely a prank by rival fans.
Club Stance: No official response, but historical precedent and fan sentiment ensure the parade remains in Liverpool.
Historical Context
20th League Title: A win would tie Liverpool with Manchester United for the most English top-flight titles.
Earliest Title Wins:
2019/20: Won with 7 games left (Klopp’s record).
2024/25: Could win with 5 games left, joining Arsenal (2003/04) and Man Utd (1999/00).
Key Fixtures Remaining
| Liverpool | Arsenal |
|---|---|
| Apr 20: Leicester (A) | Apr 20: Ipswich (A) |
| Apr 27: Tottenham (H) | Apr 23: Palace (H) |
| May 4: Chelsea (A) | Apr 27: Bournemouth |
| May 11: Arsenal (H) | May 4: Liverpool (A) |
Final Word
Liverpool’s dominance this season (13-point lead, 73 points from 32 games) has turned the title race into a coronation. Whether secured today or later, the Reds’ focus now shifts to planning a historic parade—a cathartic celebration for fans denied in 2020. As Mohamed Salah said, “To experience that day in the city… it’s going to be incredible”.