Thirty-five points from real history! Record-breaking Liverpool clear huge hurdle in title race

The relentless Reds claimed a historic 20th win from their 21st game of the season by beating Spurs 1-0 to go 16 points clear at the top of the table

The celebrations which greeted the final whistle told their own story.

The record breakers roll on. This relentless, remarkable Liverpool team continues to write its name into football history.

Victory over Tottenham – narrow but crucial – ensures the Reds have now officially made the best ever start to an English top-flight season. In fact, their record, 20 wins and a draw from 21 matches, is unmatched across any of Europe’s top five leagues.