Arne Slot hailed his team’s unwavering spirit after guiding Liverpool to a record-equalling 20th English league title in emphatic fashion, dismantling Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 in front of a jubilant Anfield crowd on Sunday. The resounding victory sealed their first Premier League crown since 2020 with four games to spare, marking a sensational debut season for the Dutch manager. �
Having taken the reins from the legendary Jurgen Klopp, Slot has masterminded a remarkable campaign, with Liverpool suffering just two defeats in their 34 league matches. This triumph elevates the Reds alongside bitter rivals Manchester United as the joint most successful clubs in English top-flight history. �
Anfield was a cauldron of emotion as goals from Luis Diaz, Alexis Mac Allister, Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah, and a Destiny Udogie own goal sparked wild celebrations. Slot had openly expressed his desire to clinch the title in front of Liverpool’s passionate supporters, making today’s emphatic victory all the more special.
“It was clear we couldn’t lose this game. Everyone on the bus said there’s no way we’re going to lose this game. They always find a way to win,” a visibly proud Slot exclaimed. “It is difficult to put into words. The scenes here and before the game tell you more than I can describe. The fans being here is what makes it special. Five years ago, they won the league. It was an amazing accomplishment, but the fans weren’t there. So you can feel how important it was for them to be here today.”
Even an early goal from Tottenham’s Dominic Solanke failed to derail Liverpool’s momentum, a testament to their resilience throughout the season. “It wasn’t ideal, but it didn’t take me a long time to trust these players; they always come back, they always find a way to win,” Slot affirmed. “Incredibly proud, not only of the players but the people standing here, sport directors, my staff members, we should give them a big round of applause. Let’s forget it’s the second in 35 years, it’s the second in five years.”
Slot’s arrival from Feyenoord has not only ended Manchester City’s four-year dominance but also sees him become the first Dutch manager to lift the Premier League trophy and only the fifth manager to achieve this feat in their debut season in England. �
Downplaying his own role, a modest Slot credited the players, his staff, and the strong foundation left by Jurgen Klopp. “That’s not only my job, it’s the job of the players and the staff members standing over there and the work Jurgen left behind over here. The culture of the team, the work rate, the quality was outstanding. We all knew that. We started off really well and it maybe helped a bit that City had a difficult spell, which they hadn’t had in five years.”
Despite pre-season expectations that merely aimed for a Champions League spot, Slot revealed his unwavering belief in his team’s capabilities. “When the season started, everyone would have been happy if we were in the Champions League places again,” he said. “I don’t think that was fair to our players because they are much better than that, and that’s what they have shown this season.”
As the Anfield faithful erupted in joyous celebrations, Arne Slot briefly joined in with an understated dance in front of the Kop, a fittingly modest celebration for a manager who has orchestrated a truly unforgettable season.
