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There will be no final day drama for Liverpool this season as they can now finish no higher nor lower than fifth after ??s result on Thursday. ??s men have found their groove at the backend of the season thanks to a system change that led to a 10-game unbeaten run. Their draw against though, relieved the pressure on and in the race for top four and it is now beyond the Reds after the midweek results.

The Reds travel to knowing their fifth-placed finish is confirmed, while the hosts themselves know the Championship awaits them next season with a 20th-placed finish. Liverpool can finish the season on 69 points with a win, that would equal their 2020/21 tally – which was enough for a third-place finish. It is the first time in seven seasons that the Reds will not compete in the which will need to be remedied next season. Liverpool and – after their draw against – are both now confirmed to be taking part in the next season.