The article analyzes Liverpool's exceptional Premier League season under manager Arne Slot, highlighting their impressive record: only one loss after 30 games, potentially an unbeaten away record, and projected points exceeding 90. This performance is placed in historical context, comparing it to previous title winners who achieved success with fewer points in past seasons. The article argues that comparing Slot's Liverpool to historically dominant teams or suggesting their achievements are lessened due to other teams' performance is unfair.
The piece emphasizes that not all title-winning teams maintained the same level of dominance, and comparing current Liverpool to teams like Manchester City under Guardiola sets an unnecessarily high standard. Past champions, including those managed by Sir Alex Ferguson and Bob Paisley, had varying levels of success and faced different competitive landscapes. The article suggests the current competitive environment, elevated by Guardiola's Manchester City, unfairly increases the expectations for any team hoping to challenge for the title.
Ultimately, the article concludes that Liverpool's current success should be judged on its own merits rather than against unrealistic comparisons to historical champions or the current dominance of Manchester City.