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Still Plenty to Be Positive About in Liverpool’s Title Race

The Premier League title race is heating up, and Liverpool fans have every reason to feel optimistic despite the growing tension. On the latest Newsround podcast from Anfield Index, Dave Davis laid out the reasons why supporters should remain upbeat as the Reds push forward in their pursuit of glory.

Liverpool Still in a Strong Position

Davis kicked off his analysis by emphasising Liverpool’s solid standing in the title race: “When we look at this league table… it looks exactly the same, doesn’t it?” he remarked.

Despite the usual concerns and doubts creeping in from some corners of the fanbase, the reality remains clear: “There is still a seven-point gap to Arsenal. Liverpool played 25, 60 points. Arsenal played 25, 53 points.”

That lead is far from insurmountable, but as Davis pointed out, it’s a significant advantage that should not be dismissed. With 13 games left to play and seven of them at Anfield, Liverpool are well-positioned to maintain control of their own destiny.

The Squad Is Delivering When It Matters

One of the biggest positives from the latest round of fixtures was how Liverpool’s squad depth stepped up. Davis was quick to highlight the contributions of key players:

“Endo, Quansah, Bradley—the second string really were the cavalry yesterday for us, weren’t they?”

He acknowledged that the Reds didn’t create many chances in the second half, but the fact remains: “At this time of the season, it’s just about results, isn’t it?”

Liverpool found a way to grind out a crucial 2-1 win, demonstrating the resilience needed in a title challenge. Even with injuries and rotation, Arne Slot’s side is still picking up points—and that’s all that matters.

Title Race Pressure Is Normal

Every title race brings nerves, but Davis dismissed the overreaction from some fans and social media accounts doubting Liverpool’s credentials. He reminded listeners: “A title race is not for the weak-minded. A title race is not for the weak-stomached. It’s gut-check time quite often.”

The reality is that both Liverpool and Arsenal will drop points in unexpected games. What matters most is keeping perspective and focusing on what the Reds can control.

“We are in such a good place… the dust has settled with us still seven points clear and another game ticked off on route. That is what I am looking at, personally.”

Big Games Ahead, but No Need for Panic

Looking ahead, Liverpool have major fixtures against Aston Villa and Manchester City. Davis acknowledged the scale of the challenge but reiterated that this is part and parcel of a title race: “Villa on Wednesday feels ginormous, doesn’t it? That is a chance… to go 10 points clear having played a game more.”

A trip to the Etihad follows shortly after, but Davis stressed that Arsenal also have difficult fixtures coming up. It’s not just Liverpool facing pressure.

At the end of the day, the key takeaway from this podcast is simple: Liverpool are still in a fantastic position to challenge for the Premier League title. There will be twists and turns, but as Davis summed up: “There are so many positives to focus on. The Reds are seven points clear at the top of the league.”

For Liverpool fans, the message is clear—keep the faith, back the team, and enjoy the ride.