Jurgen Klopp’s record-breakers have dropped just two points so far this
season, won every home league match since January and are unbeaten at Anfield since April 2017.

However, it was the nature of their victory over title rivals Man City which has prompted pundits to proclaim them champions in waiting. Pep Guardiola described Man City’s performance as ‘incredible’ in his post-match interview.

If Man City were incredible, then Liverpool were out of this world. Three-nil up shortly after half-time, the Reds fended off a brief fightback to run out comfortable winners against City. Current European Champions, they’re undoubtedly the best team on the continent right now.

The victory has seen the Reds odds shortened into 7/20 (0.35) to lift the title come May, with Man City drifting to 22/10 (2.20) to claim a third
consecutive crown.

Liverpool may have found themselves in a similar position in recent years. They were top at Christmas last year before getting reeled in by City down the home stretch, while Brendan Rodgers’ side famously blew a five-point lead during the final three games of the 2013/14 season.

At least for BET.co.za Liverpool supporters, even if the unimaginable
happens and the Reds fail to bring it home, they’ll have their early payout to ease the pain.