Thread by @MaddockMirror

A short thread on Coronavirus and #LFC's prospects of winning the title in front of their fans. Hate to say it, but it seems inevitable the govt will insist games be played behind closed doors soon - possibly by end of month or first week in Apr. (1/4)

So suddenly the 2nd half of the Manchester derby becomes huge for Liverpool, who currently require 3 wins to become Champions. They play #EFC Mar 16, #CPFC Mar 21…and City Apr 5. By then, a ban on public gatherings could be in place. (2/4)

If Liverpool don’t win at City, then it would be Villa at Anfield on Apr 12. Realistically, there seems a very strong prospect that will be a football match played without fans attending, with a ban in place. A painful experience after a 30 year wait for the title. (3/4)

But a United win today would mean Liverpool could lift the title at home against Palace in 2 weeks time - when it’s likely crowds will still be permitted to gather. So the message is clear: Reds fans should start praying…. !!! (4/4)

So a big win for United...but a potentially MASSIVE one for #LFC. But now need to beat #EFC at Goodison to set up prospect of winning the title at Anfield on Mar 21 - so that becomes the biggest Merseyside derby in decades!!!