Yesterday, Liverpool fans around the world witnessed a historic moment as the Reds claimed their 20th Premier League title, tying them with Manchester United for the most league championships in English football history. In Bermuda, celebrations erupted across the island, with fans gathering in pubs, homes, and facilities watching Liverpool’s crowning achievement.
The atmosphere was electric as Bermudians shared in the joy of the club’s monumental success. Liverpool’s latest triumph solidifies their place as arguably the most successful club in the United Kingdom.
In the spirit of sportsmanship, we spoke with well-known Bermudian sportsperson and avid Manchester United supporter Clay Smith to get his perspective on Liverpool’s season and Manchester United’s journey.
When asked about Manchester United’s current campaign, Smith admitted, “Yes, it’s unfortunate for the season, but we’re still in the Europa League semi-finals. We’re hoping to win it all and see you [Liverpool] in Europe next year.”
Regarding Liverpool’s title win, Smith didn’t shy away from offering a critical take: “It’s sad, to be quite honest. They’re going to win the league, but if you talk about two months ago, you would have thought they were going to win the Champions League as well. They qualified undefeated for the Champions League knockout stages and were still in the FA Cup. Now they’re only getting one trophy out of possibly four.”
When pressed if he was downplaying Liverpool’s league success, Smith clarified, “No, I’m not downplaying the league. I’m just saying from Liverpool’s perspective, just the league title alone is disappointing on their heart. I expected more.”
In true rivalry fashion, Smith emphasized Manchester United’s recent successes, saying, “We’ve won three trophies over the last three years — the FA Cup, the Carabao Cup, and another trophy. So, we’re rebuilding, and we will be back next year. That’s all you need to know.”
Despite the banter and competitive spirit, Smith ended with a congratulatory note: “Congratulations, Liverpool. You’ve been in the limelight. Congratulations.”
The 2024-2025 season has cemented Liverpool’s place among football’s elite, and while rivalries will always run deep, moments like these remind us why the passion for football endures across generations and borders.
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