Liverpool romped to their 20th Premier League title, sealing glory with a processional 5-1 win over Tottenham at a buoyant Anfield. Arne Slot's men were given a rapturous reception on a sun-drenched Merseyside afternoon,

Some three hours earlier, red smoke outside heralded the arrival of the new champions. Manchester City’s four-year reign was ended in the Merseyside sun. Liverpool have not merely been the best team this season. They have been the most consistent and the most reliable. An event that some had waited decades to experience delivered what it promised.