Mark Goldbridge Salutes Liverpool’s Premier League Triumph on That’s Football | OneFootball

Liverpool Crowned Premier League Champions: A Testament to Mastery

Liverpool are Premier League champions once again, and according to That’s Football host Mark Goldbridge, it’s a triumph that demands full respect — even if it’s delivered “through gritted teeth” from a Manchester United fan. Throughout the latest That’s Football broadcast, Goldbridge and contributors laid out a passionate, detailed breakdown of Liverpool’s incredible campaign, their seamless transition under Arne Slot, and why nobody could keep pace.

Slot’s Seamless Transition At Liverpool

Mark Goldbridge pulled no punches in praising Arne Slot’s impact, remarking, “I find it baffling the disrespect he actually still gets.” Slot’s arrival was never going to be simple following Jurgen Klopp’s iconic tenure, but Goldbridge insisted, “Liverpool Football Club got it spot on.” Instead of dismantling and rebuilding, Liverpool’s hierarchy chose a brave but clever path — finish the project Klopp started.

“It was a brave move and it was the right move,” Goldbridge said. “It’s ended up with the Premier League title which is very difficult to win when you think that Man City have won four of the last five.” Slot’s achievement becomes even more remarkable considering he had to quickly win over a squad laden with title-winners like Alisson Becker, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk, and Mohamed Salah.

Dominance In Fourth Gear

One of Goldbridge’s most telling observations was how Liverpool managed their title run. “Liverpool have won this title scarily in fourth gear,” he stated. “I don’t think they ever had to go to gear five.” Despite minor blips — notably the shock defeat to Nottingham Forest and a late-season loss to Fulham — Liverpool barely let their grip on the Premier League title loosen.

Goldbridge noted that across a grueling nine-month season, Liverpool were relentless: “They’ve never given anybody a hint or a sniff of getting back into this title race whether that be Arsenal, Chelsea or whoever else.” Two losses in a full league season is an astonishing feat, and while Arsenal or Manchester City faltered, Liverpool’s consistency became their weapon.

Unsung Heroes Behind The Glory

While the headlines naturally celebrate the likes of Salah and Van Dijk, Goldbridge made a point to highlight Liverpool’s midfield as crucial to their success. “The unsung heroes of that Liverpool team is probably the midfield,” he said, singling out Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch for special praise, while also acknowledging the contributions of Curtis Jones and others.

“You win games in the midfield,” Goldbridge asserted, reinforcing the importance of the summer rebuild led by Klopp before his departure. He even credited Klopp directly: “Jurgen Klopp does deserve a shout out… I’m sure Arne Slot will say ‘There’s no way I could have done this without the foundations of what Jurgen Klopp left as well.'”

Legacy Cemented And Future Questions

As Liverpool celebrate their 20th league title — now level with Manchester United — the focus will inevitably turn to next season. Goldbridge admitted, “I don’t like the fact that they’ve levelled up with Manchester United on 20 titles,” but also acknowledged Liverpool’s merit as “worthy champions.”

He warned that while Liverpool’s dominance this season might seem routine, it was anything but. “Some of the best Premier League seasons we’ve ever seen weren’t because they were the best sides, it was because we got title races. It’s not Liverpool’s job to get someone in a title race. That was Man City’s job. That was Arsenal’s job.”

Liverpool’s remarkable campaign stands as a testament to brilliant planning, smart management, and relentless execution. Whether this is the start of a new Liverpool dynasty under Arne Slot remains to be seen — but in 2025, they sit deservedly at the summit of the Premier League.