Liverpool are in control of the Premier League title race and will be back at the top of the table if they defeat Sheffield United at Anfield tonight – as expected, or rather, as expected.
But the Merseysiders have been in this position before and made big mistakes with Steven Gerrard slipping and Dwight Gayle failing, so who's to say it won't happen again?
But with Liverpool potentially ruining Jurgen Klopp's farewell, which game will forever be remembered as Chelsea's cock-up of the season with Jose Mourinho and Demba Ba inspired? ?
With nine games remaining, the pressure will increase even more as Arsenal and Man City are neck-and-neck. We've ranked the players we think are mental monsters from least likely to drop points.
9) Sheffield United (H) – Thursday 4th April (19:30)
Liverpool's first of the remaining nine games should comfortably be the easiest.
Sheffield United's fortunes have improved slightly since Chris Wilder returned as manager, but their only away Premier League win this season came against bottom side Luton Town.
The Blades have conceded more than five goals in a game seven times this season, so if Mohamed Salah and co lose, they will be on their A game and will have a great time at Anfield on Thursday night. You'll be able to spend it.
8) Crystal Palace (H) – Sunday, April 14th (14:00)
The new manager, Oliver Glasner, has made a solid recovery, but his record is unremarkable with 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses. With a home game against Man City coming up before the trip to Anfield, Palace won't be fully secure until April 14, which could pose a risk for Liverpool.
Liverpool had a below-average performance earlier this season when Harvey Elliott's last-gasp winner beat Palace at Selhurst Park, but Klopp's side are a different animal at Anfield, with the two The match shouldn't be too much of a problem for them as they look to extend their undefeated record. Up to 16 home Premier League games.
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7) West Ham (A) – Saturday 27th April (12:30)
From here it starts to get more difficult for Liverpool…
The Reds have already beaten West Ham three times this season and will be keen to have a chance at the London Stadium, even if this game is at the dreaded 12.30pm kick-off.
Despite the pressure on manager David Moyes, the Hammers are quietly mounting a challenge for European status, with the trio of Jarrod Bowen, Mohamed Kudus and Lucas Paqueta behind them. , a dangerous opponent for anyone in this league.
Given how poorly his loan spell has gone, Liverpool must be hoping Kalvin Phillips can get a rare start to give the West Ham visitors a penalty or an own goal.
6) Wolves (H) – Sunday, May 19th (16:00)
Liverpool dropped a point in Klopp's final home game at Anfield. Certainly not…right?
The typical raucous atmosphere at Anfield was evident in this match, with Liverpool supporters looking to harangue Klopp and his team for a final home win, especially with the Premier League title still in the hunt. will go up a notch.
In terms of opponents, Wolves have exceeded all expectations this season, with inexperienced manager Gary O'Neill being named by outsiders as a possible replacement for Klopp.
Wolves lost 3-1 to Liverpool earlier this season, but they had a bloody good run against O'Neill's Big Six side, with the visitors benefiting from the freedom of having nothing to play on the final day. There is a possibility that the possibility of being lost may further increase.
5) Everton (A) – Wednesday 24th April (20:00)
Everton's chances of survival dwindle despite the looming possibility of a second point deduction as goal-scoring Dominic Calvert-Lewin returns to the scoresheet after a 1-1 draw with Newcastle United , looks much more promising.
But Sean Dyche's side are lucky that the bottom three are so poor, as Everton's 13-game winless run in the Premier League “should” put them in dire straits.
If we're just talking about the team's ability, this game should be just a walk in the park for Liverpool. But this is a derby and the title contenders have drawn in six of the last 15 Merseyside derbies. Another monotonous stalemate may be enough to end Klopp's title dreams…
4) Fulham (A) – Sunday 21 April (16:30)
Although Marco Silva's side have slumped a bit since last season, they are still set to easily secure Premier League status and still defy expectations somewhat.
There are already signs of a decline in form from some of Fulham's players after dropping points in back-to-back games against Sheffield United and Nottingham Forest, but it is hoped they will be back against Liverpool. It will be.
Both teams have already played a seven-goal thriller at Anfield, so any chance of Liverpool taking a banana peel at Craven Cottage smells like a tie.
3) Manchester United (A) – Sunday 7 April (15:30)
Judging by Man United's formidable performance against Brentford, Erik ten Hag's side are certain to be 'once again' after achieving the feat of eliminating Liverpool in the FA Cup before the international break. is in decline.
We could soon see a repeat of the record tie for the FA Cup as Klopp's side look for revenge at Old Trafford.
As always with games like this, this game is almost impossible to call as the outcome will depend heavily on who Man United turns up. Liverpool's chances of winning 6-0 are just as likely as the hosts' winning 2-1.
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2) Tottenham Hotspur (H) – Saturday, May 4th (15:00)
It is widely accepted that Arsenal's overall form is the toughest of the three title-chasing teams, but Liverpool's remaining three games are much tougher.
Liverpool supporter Ange Postecoglou will open the season at Anfield on May 4 against Spurs after leading his team to a controversial 2-1 home win earlier this season.
Liverpool are tough at home, but if they lose in the Premier League at Anfield this season, it will most likely be against Tottenham. Unlike the combination of Arsenal and Man City, the attack-minded philosophies of Postecoglou's Spurs and Klopp's Reds should blend beautifully as both teams look to outdo their opponents. It's a recipe for peak Barclays, but it could also mean heartbreak for the home team.
1) Aston Villa (A) – Saturday 11 May (15:00)
Like Spurs, Aston Villa are also in contention for a top-four spot, with Unai Emery's side currently well placed to qualify for the Champions League via the traditional route.
Although the Villans' home record is not as fearsome as Liverpool's, Villa Park will be a tough place, especially at this point in the season.
If Liverpool progress to the Europa League, there will be further complications as the semi-final matches will be played on May 2nd and May 9th (a few days before the games against Villa and Spurs). At least Villa might be in the same position…
