Liverpool FC fans in Africa prepare for historic 20th league title celebrations

THE champagne is on ice, and a wave of anticipation is washing over Liverpool FC fans across the globe as they stand at the precipice of celebrating a historic 20th league title.

- SAMEER NAIK

In Africa, the excitement is palpable, and Showmax has gone straight to the heart of the action, connecting with the biggest Liverpool FC supporters clubs on the continent.

We've spoken to the passionate leaders and members to find out just how they plan to mark this momentous occasion.

Get ready to hear first-hand about the electric atmosphere and the unforgettable celebrations in store as the Reds potentially clinch the Premier League crown.

They may be separated by thousands of kilometres from the hallowed turf of Anfield, but the passion of Liverpool FC supporters in Africa burns just as bright.

With the Reds on the cusp of clinching their historic 20th Premier League title a feat that would see them equal Manchester United's record - fans across the continent are already in celebratory mode, ready to erupt should their team secure a point against Tottenham Hotspur this weekend.

"It’s a great time to be a Liverpool fan, and I am personally looking forward to celebrating a much deserved and maybe, some say, unexpected title win," says Liam Lockhart, chairman of the Official Liverpool Supporters Club (OLSC) in Gauteng, South Africa.

"I think like many Liverpool fans, I was not sure what to expect coming into this season with Jürgen Klopp leaving, but to kick on and continue has been nothing short of amazing from Arne Slot and Liverpool FC as a whole.

“We have a total of over 100 signed-up members now, and there’s a lot of excitement within the club as we all look forward to seeing the Premier League trophy in our hands again.”

The anticipation is palpable, with supporters already making plans to mark this momentous occasion in true Liverpudlian style.