James Pearce Reveals how Liverpool Players Celebrated Winning the Premier League Title

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29-04-2025

Liverpool's Title Party: A Night to Remember at Anfield
When Liverpool clinched their 20th top-flight title with a resounding 5-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, it was always going to be a night to remember. Inside the plush Carlsberg Dugout bar at Anfield, the celebrations stretched into the early hours, with players, staff, family and friends soaking up the glory.
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As James Pearce of The Athletic reported, the DJ kept the dancefloor alive with requests, as players in 'Champions 24-25' shirts sang along to favourites like Sultans of Swing – a season-long anthem courtesy of Alisson's Spotify playlist.
Arne Slot, Liverpool's trailblazing manager and the first Dutchman to win England's top flight, stayed true to his promise, enjoying 'a glass of beer or two or three' with his family. True to the camaraderie Slot has fostered, there were no speeches, no forced formalities – just pure, heartfelt celebration.
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Emotional Reflections Under the Kop
While the party raged indoors, a few poignant moments unfolded on the hallowed turf. Virgil van Dijk, dressed in his tracksuit, and other players returned to the pitch for photos with their families. Perhaps the most stirring image, as captured by James Pearce, was Ibrahima Konaté sitting alone in the Main Stand, looking out over an empty Anfield.
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'I don't have words to describe what I felt,' Konaté said. 'I just wanted to enjoy the moment on my own. I was close to crying. It's crazy, unbelievable, and we have to really enjoy it now.'
For Konaté, the first French Liverpool player to lift the English title, it was a deeply personal moment amid the chaos of celebration.
Respect, Unity and Symbolism
The post-match festivities were peppered with wonderful gestures symbolising Liverpool's unity and respect. Darwin Núñez's attempt to soak Mohamed Salah was a classic party prank – but tellingly, it was alcohol-free Nozeco in the bottles, showing respect for the team's Muslim players.
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Salah's iconic selfie with the Kop – organised with a club photographer's phone – encapsulated the players' deep bond with the fans. 'I worked my mind a little bit around that idea and it was fine,' Salah explained to Opus Sport.
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Meanwhile, Curtis Jones created lifelong memories by lifting young supporter Harry Whitehurst onto the pitch, a beautiful extension of their relationship built over the season.
Anfield and Beyond: Celebrations Continue
Outside the stadium, fireworks and red flares lit up the Liverpool skyline. Even after 3am, the streets around Anfield were thronged with supporters, climbing lamp posts and rooftops to soak up the atmosphere.
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Back inside the stadium, the Champions Wall and Walk of Champions were quickly updated to mark Liverpool's 20th league crown. As Klopp himself posted on Instagram: 'Super grateful for the past. Super, super happy about the present, extremely positive about the future! Congratulations — YNWA. Thank you Luv.'
Liverpool's players were granted a well-earned two-day break before preparations resume, but the party will roll on – a guard of honour at Stamford Bridge awaits, followed by the trophy lift against Crystal Palace on May 25th.
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Our View – Anfield Index Analysis
As Liverpool fans, we are absolutely buzzing after reading James Pearce's brilliant insight into the title celebrations. This was more than just a party; it was the culmination of a journey built on resilience, smart recruitment, and a seamless transition from Jürgen Klopp to Arne Slot.
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Seeing Virgil and the boys dancing with the fans' songs ringing out, knowing Alisson picked Sultans of Swing as the soundtrack to our victories, it just makes it feel properly ours. Slot deserves massive credit – what a smooth handover he's masterminded. Leading a Klopp chant in front of a packed Anfield shows he not only understands the job but respects the emotional heartbeat of the club.
And moments like Konaté's quiet reflection, Curtis Jones lifting Harry Whitehurst, and the ball boys joining the celebrations prove that Liverpool isn't just about winning – it's about winning the right way.
The little touches – Nozeco bottles for Muslim players, Salah's brilliant selfie idea, and Jota proudly cycling around Crosby in his Champions shirt – underline a squad absolutely in love with the club and the community.
We can't wait for the trophy presentation, and with Slot at the helm, it feels like this could be just the beginning of a new era. Stamford Bridge better be ready – the Red wave is coming!