Anfield erupted in a sea of red and white as Liverpool clinched a record-equalling 20th league title with an emphatic 5-1 demolition of Tottenham, sealing their place at the summit of English football history. In a stunning debut season, Arne Slot – tasked with succeeding the legendary Jürgen Klopp – delivered silverware at the first attempt, igniting fresh hope and glory on Merseyside.

The atmosphere was electric even before kick-off, but it was Tottenham who initially silenced the celebrations, taking a surprise lead through Dominic Solanke’s header in the 12th minute. However, Liverpool’s response was swift and ruthless. Luis Díaz restored parity after a VAR review, and just minutes later, Alexis Mac Allister hammered home a thunderous strike to put the hosts ahead. Cody Gakpo’s goal before halftime all but ended Spurs’ resistance, setting the stage for a second-half celebration.

Mohamed Salah, a constant driving force throughout the campaign, added Liverpool’s fourth goal with his 28th of the league season. An unfortunate own goal from Destiny Udogie later confirmed Tottenham’s misery and Liverpool’s crowning moment.

Slot’s men have dominated the Premier League race since early November, when key defeats for Arsenal and Manchester City opened the door. From that moment, Liverpool never looked back, embarking on a 26-game unbeaten run and building an unassailable lead. Arsenal’s recent draw with Crystal Palace meant that Liverpool only needed one point from their remaining five matches – a target they obliterated with four games still to spare.

This triumph brings Liverpool level with bitter rivals Manchester United at the top of the all-time English league titles list, with 20 apiece. Unlike their 2019–20 success, which was marred by empty stadiums due to the pandemic, this title was celebrated in front of a packed, joyous Anfield. A victory parade is planned for Monday, May 26, with hopes that Klopp, who built much of this squad, will join the festivities.

The season was not without its challenges. The futures of key stars Salah, Virgil van Dijk, and Trent Alexander-Arnold were clouded in uncertainty, but contract renewals for Salah and Van Dijk have secured the spine of Slot’s formidable team. However, concerns remain, with Alexander-Arnold heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid.

Arne Slot’s reign has started in dreamlike fashion – a seamless, spectacular new chapter for Liverpool Football Club.