Pep Guardiola might have felt a pang of disappointment witnessing Liverpool’s exit from the FA Cup against Manchester United, as it dashed hopes of a quadruple trophy haul and eliminated the chance of a final cup showdown between Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp. However, Guardiola remains optimistic about future encounters, acknowledging Klopp’s youthfulness and expressing respect for his decisions. He believes Klopp’s love for football and passion will likely lead to a return to the competition soon.
Liverpool.com now suggests the slim possibility of a playoff match if both Liverpool and Manchester City finish level on points, goals scored, and goal difference. This playoff scenario would hinge on the results of their previous two league meetings, with the Premier League title potentially being decided in such a high-stakes showdown.
In this hypothetical situation, where the Premier League title hangs in the balance, traditional tiebreakers like head-to-head records and away goals would be nullified due to previous draws between the two sides. Meeting the remaining criteria over the remainder of the campaign appears highly improbable.
Nonetheless, the prospect of the league title being decided by a playoff match between two of English football’s top teams, especially in Jurgen Klopp’s final season, would be remarkable and add an extra layer of drama to the competition.
