Liverpool desperately battled to the top of the Premier League table. They went on to secure the Eastern Conference with a colossal 83 points from 37 matches. Their goal difference of 45 is a testament to their superiority in the attacking half this season. At the same time, Arsenal, Newcastle, Chelsea, and Aston Villa are all just behind as they compete for European places.
As the season comes to an end, Liverpool’s re-discovered form has put boundless distance between them and their challengers. So far, they’ve accumulated a stunning 83 points through 37 matches. That leaves them an astonishing 12 points clear – far ahead – of second-placed Arsenal on 71 and goal difference of +34. With both sides having played an equal amount of games this season, it would suggest that Liverpool have been remarkably consistent.
Newcastle are third right now on 66 points and +22 GD. They are matched on points with Chelsea, which has a goal difference of 20, but Newcastle maintains its position due to superior goal difference. Aston Villa takes home the fifth place trophy on a total of 66 points. They underperform with an expected goal difference of just 9.
The fight for those top seeds has been heated all season, as each league match has held significant weight in determining those final standings. At each crucial juncture of Liverpool’s path, an essential win or tactical move set the stage. These innovations have carried them ahead of the pack in the competition.
So I was really pleased to see Harvey [Elliott] get a goal tonight. He got an assist as well. Federico Chiesa was the star of the show, conceded Liverpool manager Arne Slot. He commended his young players for making productive impacts in key games.
Much like the tight race for European qualification this season where teams like Newcastle and Chelsea were still battling for third and fourth place. With both clubs playing red-hot at the moment, it makes for a tough, exciting series. Newcastle’s manager expressed satisfaction with their performance this season, acknowledging the team’s efforts in maintaining their position within the top four.
Colum Fordham, sport analyst, on Liverpool’s recent run of bad luck He admitted that they were a little behind the curve, although they opened up play with a great first goal. This critique suggests that while Liverpool has secured their lead, there are aspects of their game that could be improved ahead of next season.
One of the biggest positives to take from the recent draw against Brighton was seeing young defender, Jack Hinshelwood making his premier league debut. Joining on with my cousin Howell was an extra special treat. We’ve trained so hard as a unit ever since we were little. He’d made a great diagonal run to the near post. It was their mistake and I took my chance and scored! I will thank him for this afterwards,” Hinshelwood said exuberantly. He said he was thrilled to be able to make such an important impact on the small team.
As the Premier League season draws to a close, teams are busy trying to steel themselves for next season. They’re laying the groundwork to keep winning after 2022. Arsenal, having remained competitive throughout the season, will look to build on its successes as it aims to close the gap with Liverpool next season.