Liverpool responded emphatically to Jurgen Klopp's rallying call, clinching a 4-2 victory over Tottenham that dealt a significant blow to Spurs' top-four aspirations.
Mohamed Salah, reinstated to the starting lineup following a public disagreement with Klopp, ignited Liverpool's attack.
Goals from Andy Robertson, Cody Gakpo, and Harvey Elliott bolstered Liverpool's Premier League title hopes.
Richarlison and Son Heung-min notched late goals for Tottenham, but the damage had been done to their Champions League aspirations.
Klopp's side secured no lower than third place and narrowed the gap on leaders Arsenal to five points with two matches remaining.
Tottenham's hopes of a top-four finish were severely hampered by their fourth consecutive defeat, leaving them seven points adrift of fourth-placed Aston Villa with just three games remaining.
Ange Postecoglou's men face an uphill battle, needing to win all remaining matches to salvage their chances, including a daunting fixture against Manchester City.
Despite Liverpool's recent struggles, Salah's return to form injected renewed energy into the team. Klopp's impending departure after nine years at Anfield added sentimental value to the victory, with fans rallying behind the manager and players responding with a dominant display.
While defensive vulnerabilities persist for Liverpool, their attacking prowess shone brightly, showcasing the quality that propelled them into the title race earlier in the season. Tottenham's late resurgence proved insufficient, leaving their Champions League ambitions hanging by a thread.
Gakpo's pinpoint cross to the back post found Mohamed Salah unmarked, and despite Guglielmo Vicario's attempt, Salah's header found the back of the net, giving Liverpool an early lead.
Jurgen Klopp is set to oversee his final match at Anfield when Wolves visit on the season's last day. The Liverpool faithful embraced the occasion, with Klopp's name echoing throughout the stadium, inspiring the team to rediscover their form.
Andy Robertson extended Liverpool's lead before halftime, capitalizing on Salah's initial shot parried by Vicario.
Tottenham's defensive woes continued into the second half, conceding Gakpo's header from Elliott's cross and a stunning long-range strike from Elliott himself.
Ange Postecoglou's triple substitution injected new life into Tottenham, leading to goals from Richarlison and Son Heung-min, but Alisson Becker's crucial save denied Richarlison in added time.
Liverpool's defensive vulnerabilities persist, highlighting their need for unlikely slip-ups from Arsenal and Manchester City to retain their Premier League title hopes.
Tottenham's late surge proved insufficient, leaving their Champions League aspirations in jeopardy.
(With AFP inputs)