Liverpool were not in action tonight, but the drama elsewhere in the Premier League could still prove significant in the race for a Champions League place. Draws for both Chelsea and Manchester United have handed Arne Slot’s side a timely boost as the season reaches a crucial point.
Chelsea somehow failed to secure three points after letting a two-goal lead slip against Leeds, once again raising questions about their game management under pressure. For a side chasing a top-four finish, it was a damaging result that Liverpool will be quietly pleased to see.
Manchester United’s evening was no less chaotic. Trailing for much of the match, they needed a last-minute goal to rescue a draw at West Ham — another example of a team struggling to impose itself consistently when it matters most.
For Liverpool, these results underline why the Champions League race remains wide open. While Slot’s side have had their own frustrations in recent weeks, nights like this show that their rivals are just as capable of dropping points.
With key fixtures still to come and momentum yet to swing decisively, Liverpool remain well placed if they can find a run of form. The margins are small, but when direct competitors fail to win from winning positions, it can make all the difference.
The opportunity is there. If Liverpool can capitalise on nights like this, Champions League football at Anfield next season is still very much within reach.