Liverpool were held to a 1-1 draw by Brentford at Anfield as Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson bid an emotional farewell to the club. The result secured Champions League qualification for Liverpool, while Brentford missed a chance to qualify for Europe.
Salah and Robertson's Emotional Farewell
The two Anfield greats walked up to the Kop together for one last time, with Salah in tears after the final whistle. Both players were presented with personalised "Champions' Walls" by Sir Kenny Dalglish. "I think I cried more than in my whole life," Salah told Sky Sports. "I'm not really an emotional guy."
Salah's Record-Breaking Assist
Salah produced the 120th assist of his Liverpool career for Curtis Jones's opener, overtaking Steven Gerrard's club record in his final appearance. The Egypt international's 93rd Premier League assist for Liverpool was a trademark flourish.
Match Overview
Liverpool dominated the first half but failed to build on their lead. Salah hit the post with a free-kick, and Kevin Schade equalised for Brentford with a diving header. Dango Ouattara missed a glorious chance to seal victory for Brentford in stoppage time.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot said: "When you look at the league table you see big clubs who were not able to qualify for the Champions League or Europe so we cannot take it for granted. It is clear and obvious that we wanted more but I am proud of the players."
Guards of Honour and Farewells
Liverpool players formed guards of honour for Salah and Robertson when they were substituted. Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson received a rousing reception on his return to Anfield, with all four sides applauding him.
Liverpool now face a summer of uncertainty, with Champions League revenue secured but questions over Slot's ability to coach a recovery and new signings to fill the void left by the departing legends.
