Since the start of March Liverpool’s progress towards the league title has been expressed in a run of routine almost-there wins, a series of this-must-be-it moments, reminiscent of one of those lovelorn phone conversations where nobody wants to be the person to hang up.

Liverpool’s loss meant it missed the chance to move 14 points clear of second-placed Arsenal and a step closer to a record-equaling 20th English league title.

The Reds appear to be running out of steam after challenging in four competitions for most of Slot's largely impressive first season since replacing Jurgen Klopp.

Liverpool were blown to pieces by Fulham in 14 first-half minutes but still finished the weekend 11 points clear with just seven games to play and their fans still celebrating at the end singing that they are going to win the league.