Liverpool FC secured their 20th English top-flight title in spectacular fashion, dismantling Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 at Anfield on Sunday afternoon. Arne Slot’s side, needing just a point to confirm the 2024/25 Premier League crown, delivered a performance that left no doubt about their dominance, sparking wild celebrations among the Anfield faithful.
The match began with an early scare for the home side when Dominic Solanke put Tottenham ahead in the 12th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to slot past Alisson. The goal briefly silenced the expectant crowd, but Liverpool’s response was swift and ruthless.
Luis Díaz restored parity just four minutes later, tapping in a pinpoint cross from Dominik Szoboszlai to level the score at 1-1. The Reds took the lead in the 24th minute when Alexis Mac Allister unleashed a stunning long-range strike that rocketed past Guglielmo Vicario, igniting Anfield.
Cody Gakpo added a third in the 34th minute, heading in a Trent Alexander-Arnold cross to put Liverpool firmly in control before halftime. The second half saw Mohamed Salah, who has now scored 15 goals against Tottenham in his career, add a fourth in the 63rd minute with a clinical finish. The rout was completed in the 69th minute when Destiny Udogie inadvertently turned a Liverpool cross into his own net.
Tottenham, languishing in 16th place and missing key players like Son Heung-min and Radu Dragusin due to injury, struggled to cope with Liverpool’s relentless attacking onslaught. Manager Ange Postecoglou, balancing preparations for an upcoming Europa League semi-final against Bodo/Glimt, fielded a side that included youngsters like Archie Gray and Tel, but they were no match for Liverpool’s title-chasing intensity.
“We knew what was at stake today,” said Slot post-match. “The lads showed incredible character to come back after conceding early and deliver a performance worthy of champions.” Captain Virgil van Dijk echoed the sentiment, dedicating the victory to the fans: “This is for them. Anfield was electric today, and we’re so proud to bring the title home.”