Liverpool

Luke Reddy
BBC Sport Senior Journalist

The roads behind The Kop are gridlocked.

Not with cars or barriers but with people.

One gent stands on the roof of The Park pub - and when I say the roof, I don't mean a ledge or balcony, I mean the top slate, like an overjoyed ballerina.

Another is walking around with a plastic Premier League trophy and charging for photos with it. "I've got change you know," he tells one disgruntled - and lost - customer.

A reporter is trying to do a piece to camera but is repeatedly mobbed. Feels like a long shot, I must be honest.

The air is filled with smoke, fireworks are being launched with reckless abandon and it is general mayhem. You quite literally can't get away from the ground without a sizeable diversion.

A day to obliterate your senses. Sore heads aplenty tomorrow. Hopefully the rooftop reveller makes it down gracefully.

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This is what former Liverpool players and now pundits Daniel Sturridge and Jamie Redknapp had to say as they watched on from Anfield...

Sturridge, speaking to Sky Sports: "You've put blood, sweat and tears into the whole season and this is a special, special day for everyone involved at Liverpool.

"You can see the reaction from everyone in the stadium.

"I truly believe there is more that Liverpool can achieve. There's more for them, more titles. They know they can do it.

"When a manager comes in and does it in his first season, it gives you that belief that you can go on and replicate it. I'm sure there will be some recruitment and contracts that will be sewn up to keep their best players for longer periods of time.

"This is just the beginning for the manager and for these players and I'm really excited for them."

Redknapp: "If you were to describe this team with one word, it would be relentless. Arne Slot has been so cool all season.

"What a day for everyone concerned - everyone who has put so much effort into the club.

"When you say they have had no major signings, the major signing was the manager.

"I spoke to Richard Hughes [sporting director] about this and I said: 'Why Arne Slot?'

"He said 'because everything pointed towards a man that could handle that big club mentality. You have to not just manage the team but you have to manage expectations. You have to be calm about managing this club.'

"I think the way that he has done that has been absolutely phenomenal. He's a super cool guy. When [Jose] Mourinho came in, he was the special one. This guy is the cool one. He doesn't get flustered."

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"Everyone has to look at Liverpool now" after their Premier League title win, says former Chelsea and Everton winger Pat Nevin.

Speaking from Anfield on BBC Radio 5 Live, he said: "Thoroughly deserved and congratulations to Liverpool and all the fans.

"It is beautiful. What a great feeling it is around this place. They're celebrating and it's just the start.

"It is a huge amount of time they have waited and waited.

"You can go to the black and white days when there was no seats in the Kop.

"Look at it now, it still feels like a real stadium. I'm looking around this stadium - can you see one empty red seat? No.

"He [Arne Slot] is dancing. He's not the best dancer I've seen. He knows it's not easy. The next one will be harder. Everyone else will improve and so will Liverpool - but everyone else has to catch them.

"They're a very good team and they could become a great team - they're on the road to that."

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Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah, speaking to Sky Sports: "It is incredible to win this with our fans.

"This is 100% better than last time [in 2020], especially with the fans. We have a different group now so to show we can do it again is something special."

On Arne Slot: "He is very honest. The Dutch are quite tough but he made our lives easier. I am glad that we have won it here [at Anfield]."

On playing a different role under Slot: "You can see the numbers. Now I don't have to defend much. The tactics are quite different. I said 'as long as you rest me defensively I will provide offensively', so I am glad that I did.

"He listened a lot and you can see the numbers.

"When you play in the Premier League you have to defend but I said that I can gamble and somehow I can make a difference. My number of assists shows that, you can create chances as well."

On winning the league in front of the fans at Anfield: "Watching the Arsenal-Crystal Palace game, I didn't want to win it then. I wanted an experience we haven't had before."

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Liverpool boss Arne Slot speaking to Sky Sport: "[Conceding first] wasn't ideal but I trust my players. They always find a way to win. I don't think we could have lost today if you are in this stadium.

"Our main focus was to win this game. Everyone was saying we had already won it. But we still felt the pressure to get the point over the line.

"Almost the whole season we were on the top of the league and had a team that could win it. We know how tough the Premier League is, but we always had the belief we could win it.

"The work of Jurgen [Klopp] and Pep [Lijnders]... the culture, work-rate and quality was outstanding. We started [the season] really well and maybe it helped that Manchester City had a difficult spell that they have not had in five years.

"When the season started, we would have been happy with top four. But I don't think that is fair on the players as they are much better than that and they have shown it this season."

A couple of lucky Liverpool fans will be keeping their phones close tonight!

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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk to Sky Sports: "This is the most beautiful club in the world. We deserve this. We are going to enjoy the next couple of weeks and take it in.

"I was desperate to win it for them [the fans] and all the fans around the world, and for us as well.

"We have won two Premier League trophies in five years."

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Liverpool have won the Premier League title for the second time, after 2019-20. It is their 20th English top-flight title overall, moving them level with Manchester United for the joint-most by any side.

Reds boss Arne Slot is the fifth manager to win the Premier League in their first season after Jose Mourinho (2004-05 with Chelsea), Carlo Ancelotti (2009-10 with Chelsea), Manuel Pellegrini (2013-14 with Manchester City) and Antonio Conte (2016-17 with Chelsea).

Meanwhile, Virgil van Dijk is the 12th different player to captain Liverpool to the top-flight title and the first non-British player to do so.

We have got every angle covered as Liverpool clinch the title.

Of course, you are already on this page. Don't go anywhere.

Then there is our live text commentary over here.

And if you want something to listen to, dive into BBC Radio Merseyside too.

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Liverpool have won their 20th top-flight title in stunning fashion after destroying Tottenham 5-1 at Anfield.

The moment so many of you have been waiting for.

So, how are you feeling?

Were you there? How are you celebrating this title win?

Let us know and send your photos (but we can't publish any from inside the ground!)

Luke Reddy
BBC Sport Senior Journalist

People found a new use for scaffolding while awaiting Liverpool's bus.

The shower of flares became so intense that one man questioned how the bus would know where it was going.

"Hand it over, Manchester" got a fine airing from those perched on high. They slid down lampposts like firemen to disembark. Fine ingenuity on show - some bravery too.

Friends laughed at one another as tight jeans prevented an easy leap over railings. There were a couple of fallers, but no harm done.

The build up is almost over.

Will there be as much fun on offer come half past six this evening?

Over to you, Liverpool.

Not long now until Liverpool could be lifting their 20th title at Anfield so we asked for your photos and thoughts on what could be a very special day.

You have replied in droves, so here is a flavour of the atmosphere...

Adam: I'm currently travelling up on the train to Liverpool from London. It is a sea of red! Where are all of the Spurs fans?

Tom: It's my birthday and it's 45 degrees at the Atlantis in Dubai. I've got a table booked with a bunch of other Reds this evening, but first of all beers and toasting the mighty Arne Slot.

Janet: I'm watching my brother run the London Marathon before heading back on the train to Liverpool. I should just about make it as my train gets in at 3:04!

Anthony and Mariella: We are in Sydney, Australia and are trying to go to bed at 9:30pm to get up at 1:30am for the game. I don't think I will be able to sleep though! I was 16 years old when we won the league in 1990 - never thought I would wait 30 years for another one! My 14-year-old daughter and I are going to watch the game live.

Kwame: My son and I have been trying to remix the song 'Hot hot hot' by The Merrymen in an Arne Slot tribute, where the lyrics change to 'Arne Slot, Slot, Slot... ole, olaaaaay, ole ole'. I'm hoping that you can help get The Kop singing it! My son will love that.

Luke Reddy
BBC Sport Senior Journalist

Michael Owen, Red Rum and The Beatles on a rise up the old school charts.

Some things move quickly in Liverpool, but none more so than a matchday street vendor.

Once again, they have not missed a beat.

The 'Champions' scarf is yours for £15 and, with countless people making the investment, it seems no-one gives a reversal at the top of the table much of a chance.

Team songs pour out of The Kop End bar as a guy strums the guitar with a coolness that jars with this most charged of days.

Some have outlined their plans for the next 48 hours on social media. There is talk of all-nighters and breakfast drinks on Monday to keep all of this going.

One thing is for sure - if indeed this all plays out as expected, none of those brave souls on a 24-hour bender will be moving like Red Rum did by Monday evening.

Two matches make up Sunday's Premier League action and BBC Sport will bring you every kick.

• Bournemouth v Man Utd (14:00) - follow all the action here

• Liverpool v Tottenham (16:30) - follow all the action here

All kick-off times BST

Listen to live commentary of both games on BBC Radio 5 Live

Game day is finally here and we need to hear from you.

Send us your pictures and plans for today and we will get what we can on your Liverpool page in preparation for the match against Tottenham.

We cannot use photos from inside Anfield, but any where you are on your way to the game, soaking up the atmosphere or even just following along elsewhere, we would love to feature.

It is super easy to send them - upload over here

Liverpool only need a point to make sure of the title, and it is going to happen against Tottenham on Sunday.

There is an argument that Spurs, and Manchester United too, should go strong in these Premier League games to try to find the rhythm they have been lacking all season, and get the team playing the way we know they can to help them in their Europa League semi-finals.

But I don't see Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou doing that before his side play Bodo/Glimt on Thursday, and I can only see one outcome.

Liverpool have hardly been that sharp of late but they will be determined to win the title in front of their own fans for the first time in 35 years.

They were not able to do that when they last won the title in 2020 because of the Covid regulations at the time, so doing it now is a big deal for them.

I am expecting them to raise their game and blow Spurs away to get the job done.

Sutton's prediction: 4-1

Read the full predictions and have your say here

With Liverpool on the brink of claiming their 20th title, we wanted to know how you are gearing up for Sunday afternoon's big game.

We have received loads of replies - and some of you have even shared pictures of what you are getting up to - so do keep them coming in over here.

Daniel: I'm working until 5pm tomorrow so unfortunately I'll miss the majority of the first half, but the second I get home, I'll be opening a beverage and watching the game with my family. I'm hoping tomorrow is the moment it happens! If it does, Dua Lipa's 'One Kiss' is getting blasted on the radio for the whole town to hear!

Anil: Currently in Paris on a family holiday, booked by the missus months ago on the basis that Liverpool would surely not win the league this early in the season. I'm rushing home tomorrow to be in the stadium for kick-off!

Richard: My son and I are watching from the Legends Lounge. We have been lifelong season ticket holders and I thought this would be a special treat on a special day, hopefully!

Maggie: I'm travelling to Liverpool with my football friend Richard to be in the incredible atmosphere that will see my lifelong team confirmed Premier League champions. After seeing the last trophy being lifted from my hospital bed during Covid, I admit I shed a tear. This time, I will be raising a glass or two.

Keith: Champagne in the fridge, food bought for the pre-match party and the flags will be going up in the morning. My family are coming round and one of my match WhatsApp buddies too, so there will be less thumb action during the game. Bring it on. Come on you mighty Reds - the Slot Machine is rolling!

Joe Bradshaw
BBC Sport Senior Journalist

The title is won - or so the prevailing wisdom seems to be.

Liverpool simply need turn up against Tottenham on Sunday and red ribbons will be applied to the Premier League trophy.

In many ways, it is a fair assumption.

Anfield has not been a happy hunting ground for Spurs.

It is 14 years since Rafael van der Vaart and Luka Modric inspired the north London side to victory there, as Liverpool stuttered under Sir Kenny Dalglish.

Since then, it has been one joyful result after another for the Reds.

Even this season, trailing 1-0 from the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg at Tottenham, Liverpool simply steamrollered their visitors, utterly untouched in a 4-0 procession to the final.

And that was just six weeks after smashing Spurs 6-3 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the Premier League.

Then there is the Arsenal factor. Delaying Liverpool's coronation would only help Tottenham's bitterest rivals. And no Spurs fan wants that, surely?

The graph below underlines just how much more success Liverpool have had points-wise than Tottenham in this fixture.

However, for those who like a bit of jeopardy,... despite the stats, Liverpool have not had it all their own way against Tottenham on home turf.

For the past two seasons, they have hosted Spurs at this time of year and hit four in both games - but also been leaky at the other end.

Indeed, Richarlison famously thought he had rescued a point in the 93rd minute in 2023, only for Diogo Jota to ruin away hopes.

In 2022, it was a May match - and Antonio Conte's side dealt a significant blow to Liverpool's title hopes with a 1-1 draw at Anfield.

During the Covid-affected season before, Roberto Firmino scored in injury time to nick a win for Liverpool and deny Spurs a deserved point.

And that's just the past five seasons.

Who can forget Victor Wanyama's ridiculous strike and Harry Kane's late penalty to grab a point in an enthralling 2-2 draw in 2018?

Or a crucial winner from Mario Balotelli in a 3-2 thriller in 2015?

In other words, games against Tottenham are usually a pretty wild ride - but with the right outcome as far as Liverpool are concerned.

So buckle in for Sunday's title opportunity. It is perhaps not as straightforward as it seems...

This is it. Liverpool are on the brink of a 20th title.

So how are you getting ready for it?

What are your plans for the next 24 hours?

Get them over to us - and if you've got a picture to share, then we can take those too!

Send in here