Liverpool’s quest for a record-equaling 20th English top-flight title edged closer to reality on Sunday as a 1-0 victory over Leicester City solidified their 13-point lead atop the Premier League. However, celebrations were momentarily delayed after Arsenal crushed Ipswich Town 4-0, keeping their faint title hopes alive.
Substitute Trent Alexander-Arnold delivered the decisive moment at King Power Stadium, breaking through a packed defense with a 76th-minute strike and igniting wild celebrations among traveling supporters. Leicester’s defeat sealed their relegation to the Championship after just one season, marking a record 13th drop from England’s top tier.
Despite dominating possession, Liverpool squandered multiple chances, with Mohamed Salah hitting both posts in the first half. Manager Arne Slot praised his team’s resilience, telling Sky Sports: “Mentally, we’re really strong. These players know how to perform when it matters.”
Liverpool could clinch the title next Sunday against Tottenham Hotspur if Arsenal stumbles against Crystal Palace on Wednesday. Slot added: “Our focus is now on Spurs. The atmosphere at Anfield will be electric.”
Arsenal’s dominant display against 10-man Ipswich demonstrated their determination to push Liverpool until the final weeks, though their 66-point tally remains dwarfed by Liverpool’s 79. Meanwhile, Chelsea edged Fulham 2-1, and Wolverhampton stunned Manchester United 1-0 in other Sunday fixtures.
