This archive report was first published on 25 June 2020.
June 25, 2020 - Liverpool's quest for Premier League glory is on the cusp of reality, with a potential title win just a day away. The Reds' convincing 4-0 victory over Crystal Palace at Anfield on Wednesday has propelled them to the brink of history.
Goals from Trent Alexander-Arnold, Mohamed Salah, Fabinho, and Sadio Mane ensured Juergen Klopp's side maintained their title charge, with a Manchester City win at Chelsea on Thursday the only obstacle standing between them and the championship.
According to right back Alexander-Arnold, the team's hard work over the past few years has paid off, and they are now poised to achieve their dream of winning the title. 'We've worked hard for this over the past few years and as a squad this is what we've dreamed of. We're in a good position so hopefully we'll be able to get across the line pretty soon,' he said.
The Liverpool anthem 'You'll Never Walk Alone' echoed through the empty stadium, but it was the Reds who truly owned the pitch, with Palace not managing a single touch in Liverpool's penalty area - a feat that has not been achieved since Opta began collating such stats in 2008.
Palace's early injury to Wilfried Zaha in the 15th minute only added to their woes, and Liverpool capitalized on the opportunity, with Alexander-Arnold's perfectly-executed free kick breaking the deadlock in the 23rd minute.
Salah doubled the advantage just before the interval, chesting down a cross-field pass from Fabinho before slotting home. Fabinho then made it 3-0 with a thundering drive from 25 meters out, before Mane added the fourth, finishing off a classic break from Liverpool's front three.
With 86 points from 31 games, Liverpool are well-positioned to secure the title, and a Manchester City win at Chelsea on Thursday would seal their fate.
