Liverpool needs just six points to win the Premier League title after Virgil van Dijk’s last-minute goal sealed a 2-1 win over West Ham. Luis Diaz’s second-half strike gave Liverpool the lead, but Andrew Robertson’s own goal in the late stages levelled the match. However, Van Dijk’s header in the dying moments secured the win for the Reds. Liverpool is now 13 points clear of second-placed Arsenal with only six games left in the season.
Liverpool will win the Premier League if Arsenal loses to Ipswich and Liverpool beats Leicester, both matches on April 20. Even if the title isn’t secured, Liverpool is likely to clinch the 20th English crown soon.
After a difficult run, which included a 3-2 loss to Fulham, Liverpool bounced back dramatically. Mohamed Salah started the attack in the 18th minute, racing away and setting up Diaz for a simple finish. Despite a poor run of three defeats from their last four games, Liverpool managed to get back on track.
When Van Dijk cleared a cross in the 86th minute, it deflected off Robertson’s foot into the net, but the captain redeemed himself shortly after. Three minutes later, Van Dijk rose highest to score from a corner, putting Liverpool closer to their first Premier League title since 2020.
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Meanwhile, Tottenham suffered a heavy 4-2 defeat at Wolves, adding to their tough season. Wolves opened the scoring early, and Tottenham’s goalkeeper made a mistake that led to a second goal. Tottenham fought back with a goal from Mathys Tel, but the Wolves responded quickly with a third and a fourth. Richarlison’s late goal wasn’t enough to stop the defeat.
Tottenham are currently 15th, which could be their worst league finish since 1993-94. Postecoglou’s future is uncertain, with hopes resting on the Europa League. Tottenham plays Eintracht Frankfurt in the second leg of the quarter-final on Thursday.
Wolves now have a 14-point cushion above relegation, while Ipswich is all but relegated, despite drawing 2-2 with Chelsea. Chelsea remains in fifth, hoping to secure a Champions League spot.
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