Liverpool’s victory over Crystal Palace has put them within touching distance of a first league triumph since 1990, leading the way with 86 points from 31 games while City started the day with 63 points from 30.
If Manchester City fail to win in West London, Liverpool’s long wait will have come to an end with seven games to go, but victory for Pep Guardiola’s men could see be decided when the top two meet in a week’s time.
How many points do Liverpool need?
Ignoring what City do, Liverpool need just two more points to win the Premier League as that would see them reach a total of 88 while City can only earn a maximum of 87 from their position with 30 games played.
What needs to happen for Liverpool to win the title tonight?
Chelsea find themselves in a somewhat familiar position, needing to avoid defeat to secure the title for another side. In 2016 the Blues welcomed Tottenham knowing that avoiding defeat would give Leicester City an iconic first Premier League title and this time it is Liverpool fans who will be hoping Chelsea take something from their main title rivals.
A win or a draw for Lampard’s men will put the league beyond City, mathematically.
And with Chelsea leading 1-0 at the break thanks to a Christian Pulisic goal, Liverpool are halfway towards their first title in 30 years.
