Explained: How Liverpool can clinch Champions League place on Saturday, even without winning

Despite their 3-2 defeat at Old Trafford last weekend, Liverpool could still be assured of Champions League qualification on Saturday, even if they fail to beat Chelsea.

The Blues’ sixth straight Premier League reverse at home to Nottingham Forest on Monday, coupled with Everton’s 3-3 draw against Manchester City, ended any faint hopes either of those teams had of catching the Reds in fourth place.

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