The 2024-2025 English Premier League (EPL), one of the world’s most competitive football leagues, came to a loud end on Sunday, 27 April at Anfield. Clubs battle fiercely for the prestigious title every season.
After 38 matches, Liverpool topped the league with 82 points after sending fellow countrymen, Tottenham Hotspur to the cleaners with a 5-1 victory.
Liverpool has now equalled Manchester United’s record of 20 English top-flight titles. The Reds needed just a point to secure the championship, but they did it in style, crushing Spurs with a five-star performance.
This was the first time Liverpool fans could celebrate a title win inside Anfield since 1990, as their last triumph in 2020 happened behind closed doors due to the pandemic.
Lineups
Liverpool’s lineup consisted of Alisson Becker in goal, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andrew Robertson at full-back, Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté in defense, Thiago Alcântara and Fabinho in midfield, Mohamed Salah, Luis Diaz, and Cody Gakpo upfront.
While Tottenham’s lineup consisted of Hugo Lloris in goal, Cristian Romero and Eric Dier in defense, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg and Yves Bissouma in midfield, Heung-Min Son and Richarlison upfront.
How the Match Unfolded
Tottenham shocked Anfield early when Dominic Solanke headed in a James Maddison corner in the 12th minute. Liverpool responded quickly. Luis Diaz tapped in a cross from Dominik Szoboszlai to equalize in the 16th minute, with VAR overturning an initial offside call.
Alexis Mac Allister then fired a stunning long-range shot to put Liverpool ahead in the 24th minute. Cody Gakpo added a third before halftime, finishing off a slick team move.
In the second half, Mohamed Salah ended his goal drought with a low shot past Vicario in the 63rd minute, celebrating by taking a selfie with a fan. Destiny Udogie’s own goal in the 69th minute sealed Tottenham’s miserable afternoon.
Here are some key details about the match:
- Score: Liverpool won 5-1 against Tottenham
- Goalscorers:
- Luis Diaz: Scored the equalizing goal after the VAR review overturned the initial offside decision
- Alexis Mac Allister: Scored a thunderbolt goal to give Liverpool the lead
- Cody Gakpo: Scored with a reverse finish to increase Liverpool’s advantage
- Mohamed Salah: Scored a low effort past Vicario to make it 4-1
- Destiny Udogie (own goal): Put into his own net to seal the 5-1 victory for Liverpool
- Attendance: 60,415 at Anfield
Post-Match Analysis
Arne Slot’s side needed only a point to secure the crown, but Spurs briefly threatened a twist in the script when former Liverpool striker Dominic Solanke headed in a James Maddison corner in the 12th minute.
The shock jolted Liverpool into action. The title was signed and sealed before halftime with three goals that sent their fans into ecstasy at the high point of Slot’s spectacular first season.
Luis Diaz turned in Dominik Szoboszlai’s pass from close range to bring Liverpool level after 16 minutes. The goal was initially disallowed, but VAR overturned the offside decision.
Any nerves inside Anfield vanished eight minutes later when Alexis Mac Allister fired a spectacular strike past Spurs keeper Guglielmo Vicario from the edge of the area. The celebrations reached new heights when Cody Gakpo was given time and space inside the box to turn and score Liverpool’s third after 34 minutes.
Liverpool dominated possession, laying siege to the Tottenham goal after the break. Mohamed Salah cut inside and fired home in the 63rd minute, celebrating by taking a selfie—a moment destined to become an iconic image.
As Spurs collapsed, Destiny Udogie turned the ball into his own net under pressure from Salah six minutes later, further sealing Tottenham’s miserable afternoon.
The victory allowed Liverpool to celebrate a Premier League title in front of their own fans for the first time since 1990, with their previous triumph in 2020 taking place behind closed doors during the Covid pandemic.
Tottenham had threatened to disrupt Liverpool’s celebrations for all of four minutes before reverting to their season-long struggles. After Diaz restored parity, Spurs gave Liverpool the run of Anfield, mirroring their performances in many of their 19 Premier League defeats this season.
Ange Postecoglou was without injured captain Son Heung-min and opted to rest Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, and Dejan Kulusevski for their Europa League semifinal. But Liverpool’s power and intensity overwhelmed Spurs, who simply collapsed under pressure.
What the Coaches Said
Liverpool manager Arne Slot praised his team’s performance. “This is what champions do. We stayed calm, played our football, and got the job done”.
Returning the favour 🎶❤️ pic.twitter.com/FfntxA0Zu2
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) April 27, 2025
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou admitted his side was outclassed. “Liverpool were too strong today. We started well but couldn’t maintain the intensity”.
Player of the Match
Alexis Mac Allister was the standout performer. His goal changed the momentum of the match. He controlled the midfield, won key duels, and dictated play. “I just wanted to help the team,” Mac Allister said after the game.
What Next?
Liverpool will celebrate their title win before preparing for their next match against Chelsea. Tottenham, meanwhile, will shift focus to their Europa League semifinal, hoping to salvage their season.
Final EPL Table
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