They’ve won a 20th league title, matching the 20 won by United, and they look far better placed to win a 21st than United. I can’t lie or even laugh as I could five years ago with Liverpool’s self-aggrandising ‘This Means More’ marketing slogan that implied a supercilious and superior standing. No, It Doesn’t.

Premier League title as their rivals floundered. Their success owes a lot to an impeccable coaching transition and a devastatingly effective team.

Liverpool equalled Manchester United’s record of 20 top-flight titles as they were crowned Premier League champions in jubilant scenes at Anfield. Arne Slot ’s side only needed a point against Tottenham on Sunday to clinch a 20th title but won the league in style with a 5-1 thrashing over Spurs.