Can Liverpool dominate England like Man City?

After Arsenal drew with Crystal Palace in the early morning of April 24, Liverpool officially won the Premier League after a 5-1 win over Tottenham in round 34 on April 27. This is the first time since 1990 that Liverpool has had the opportunity to celebrate the title in front of fans, unlike the 2020 championship interrupted by the pandemic.

Will Liverpool be even stronger?

This season was predicted to be a transitional period for Liverpool after Jurgen Klopp left, but Arne Slot quickly proved his talent. Although the form of "The Kop" in the first period of the year slowed down a bit with the defeat in the FA Cup, being eliminated from the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain, losing to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final, Liverpool still secured their position in the Premier League.

Liverpool's victory is not only a joy for fans but also brings positive values to the Premier League, especially in the context of Manchester City dominating the tournament for nearly a decade. Liverpool's championship can also shape the future of the tournament.

Unlike Manchester City or Chelsea, Liverpool have barely signed any big names in the summer transfer window. Federico Chiesa, the only addition to the squad this season, has yet to start a Premier League game. Instead, Slot has optimised the current squad, with Salah, Van Dijk and youngsters like Ryan Gravenberch shining.

Liverpool's success in the Premier League this season comes from the foundation of a technical midfield that prioritizes ball control, instead of the high-intensity and physical pressing that is the general trend in modern football.

Gravenberch, Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson play flexibly and create a Liverpool that is much softer than under Klopp. By successfully retaining Salah and Van Dijk, will Liverpool open a new cycle of success for them in the Premier League?

This season's English championship could be a boost for "The Kop" to spend more strongly this summer. In the summer, when given a lot of money to spend, bringing in players of his choice, coach Slot will likely help Liverpool complete the squad more.

Replacing Klopp was a big challenge, but Slot took over Liverpool with humility. He did not seek to be the center of attention, avoided shocking statements and focused on improving the style of play. Slot kept Klopp's foundations intact, adding discipline in midfield instead of making a complete change to assert his personal mark. This style was a breath of fresh air, showing that a coach could be successful without being the "main character".

History of naming

The 2024/25 Premier League title will mark Liverpool's 20th English title win, equalling Manchester United's record. Sir Alex Ferguson once said he wanted to "knock Liverpool off the top" when Manchester United overtook them in 2011 with 19 titles.

Liverpool will equal MU in the number of English championships.

By 2013, Man United had reached 20, while Liverpool struggled to regain their glory. However, Man United's decline after Ferguson's retirement, along with the rise of Liverpool under Klopp and now Slot, has turned the tables.

In terms of total trophies, Liverpool now lead Man United (52 to 47, excluding the Community Shield). With 6 Champions League titles compared to Man United's 3, Liverpool have cemented their position as the most successful club in the country.

Including the Community Shield, Manchester United have 68 titles, and the 2024/25 Premier League title puts Liverpool on par with their rivals in terms of titles.

However, with the current situation, Manchester United may still have a long way to go before they can regain the top spot in the Premier League, while Liverpool are ready to create a new era of glory. Manchester City have dominated the Premier League in the past decade thanks to their abundant financial resources and Guardiola's strategy.

Liverpool, with their frugal approach and Slot's management style, represent a different model. However, to maintain their position, they need to invest wisely. The successful resolution of contract issues, especially with Salah and Van Dijk, shows that Liverpool are on the right track.