After a defeat to Chelsea at Anfield handed the initiative to Manchester City, collapsing at Crystal Palace all but ended Liverpool's title hopes in 2013-14.
Brendan Rodgers' side, led by the relentless Luis Suarez, had threatened to end a top-flight drought that stood at 24 years. The Uruguayan was banned for the opening five games of the campaign after biting Branislav Ivanovic the season before but made up for last time upon his return.
The striker, who had formed a sensational front three alongside Daniel Sturridge and Raheem Sterling, scored 31 times in 33 outings en route to picking up the PFA Player of the Year award. Liverpool's late surge began in January and saw them win 11 on the bounce.
