point where the fixture list becomes just as important as the league table.
Momentum matters.
Squad depth matters.
But so does the order in which you play your opponents.
Following the release of the 2026-27 fixtures, one thing immediately stood out.
Liverpool’s run-in could have a huge influence on the destination of the Premier League trophy.
A Challenging but Fair Finish
Liverpool’s final five league fixtures are:
● Chelsea (H)
● Manchester City (A)
● Brentford (H)
● Brighton & Hove Albion (A)
● AFC Bournemouth (H)
There are no easy games in the Premier League.
However, there is also no relentless sequence of title contenders waiting in the closing weeks.
Instead, Liverpool’s run-in appears balanced.
That could work in their favour.
The Trip to Manchester City
If Liverpool are still challenging for the title in early May, the visit to Manchester City could become one of the defining matches of the entire season.
Regardless of who is in charge at City, away fixtures against them remain among the toughest in English football.
Should both clubs still be competing at the top of the table, the outcome could swing the title race dramatically.
For Andoni Iraola, it may become the biggest league match of his Liverpool career to date.
Anfield Could Be a Huge Advantage
One reason Liverpool supporters should feel optimistic is the number of home matches during the closing weeks.
Chelsea, Brentford and Bournemouth all visit Anfield.
Liverpool’s home support has often proved decisive during successful seasons.
If Anfield becomes the fortress it was under Jürgen Klopp, those fixtures could yield valuable points when the pressure is at its highest.
Championships are often built on winning home games.
Liverpool will hope that trend continues.
Avoiding a Brutal Finish
Some seasons see title challengers face several direct rivals in succession during the closing weeks.
Liverpool have avoided that scenario.
While Chelsea and Manchester City provide stern tests, the remaining fixtures offer opportunities to maintain momentum if the Reds perform to their potential.
That balance could prove extremely important.
Squad Depth Will Still Be Crucial
The fixture list alone guarantees nothing.
By May, Liverpool are likely to be balancing Premier League commitments with domestic cup competitions and, hopefully, European football.
Fatigue.
Injuries.
Suspensions.
All can influence a title race.
That is why Liverpool’s recruitment this summer remains so important.
The stronger the squad, the better equipped Iraola will be to navigate the decisive weeks of the campaign.
A Real Opportunity
Liverpool supporters will naturally focus on the opening fixtures, but history shows that championships are often won or lost in April and May.
The Reds appear to have a run-in that presents opportunity rather than fear.
If Liverpool remain within touching distance of the summit entering the final month, they will have every reason to believe they can compete until the very end.
The challenge now is simple.
Get to May in the title race.
If they do, this fixture list may just give Liverpool the platform to launch one final push for Premier League glory.
Jamie (The Kopite View)
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