Liverpool’s victory’s joy shook the earth
Liverpool Football Club celebrated their historic Premier League title in such a way that the Anfield stadium shook! Yes, you heard it right. According to the earth scientists of the University of Liverpool, the passionate celebrations of the fans created minor seismic activity – like a minor earthquake!
Last Sunday, in the match played against Tottenham Hotspur, when Alexis Mac Allister scored a tremendous goal in the 24th minute and gave the Reds a 2-1 lead, the stadium celebrated so loudly that a tremor was recorded at that time – of 1.74 magnitude! This data was recorded by earthquake detecting equipment, according to the BBC report.
Earthquake became a passion for fans!
This experiment was conducted by the Department of Earth, Ocean, and Environmental Sciences of the University of Liverpool, in partnership with Liverpool Football Club. A special seismometer was installed in the main stand of the stadium – which accurately records every movement of the ground.
During this match, Anfield stadium was at full capacity – approximately 60,415 people were present. When fans cheered on Mac Allister’s goal, the ground literally shook. This moment became historic not just for football but also for science.
Mohamed Salah’s goal was no less
When Mohamed Salah scored in the second half of the game, a tremor of 1.60 magnitude was recorded. Cody Gakpo’s goal generated 1.03 magnitude, while Luis Diaz’s equalising goal produced a tremor of 0.64 magnitude. Fans’ passion for every goal was so much that even the ground reacted!
Professor Edwards said: “These fans really shake the earth”
Professor Ben Edwards, who was leading this experiment, said, “This was a unique opportunity where we recorded through seismology the level of passion of Liverpool fans. Their cheers created an effect similar to natural seismic activity – energy was released at both surface and underground levels.”
He also said that such experiments will inspire young students to understand the importance of Earth Science and consider it a crucial subject for the future.
Arne Slot’s reaction – “The fans did it amazing!”
Liverpool’s head coach Arne Slot was also very impressed by the enthusiasm of the fans. After the sensational 5-1 win against Tottenham he said, “The support the fans gave during and after the match was amazing. The players were inspired by their energy.”
This victory was not just a title for Liverpool, it was also their 20th First-Division title – in which they matched Manchester United’s record. This is also their second Premier League title, and another golden page has been added to Anfield’s history.
What are the plans for the future?
Liverpool will now play against Chelsea in their next Premier League fixture on Sunday, May 4. And the biggest thing – Victory Parade is scheduled for Monday, May 26, where the whole city will be in a festive mood.
This incident is a reminder not just for football fans, but also for science enthusiasts – when emotions and energy are at an extreme level, it can shock even nature.
Football is not just played at Anfield, it is felt.
And when fans celebrate, their passion literally shakes the ground!
Are you ready for the next tremor?
Let’s see to what extent Anfield can be shaken again in the match against Chelsea on May 4!