Liverpool held by Brentford as Anfield bids Salah and Robertson farewell
Liverpool played to a draw against Brentford as they bid farewell to Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson. The match featured emotional tributes to both players, with Salah making his final appearance for the club. Despite the draw, Liverpool secured Champions League qualification for the next season.
- ▪Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson received guards of honour as they said goodbye to Liverpool.
- ▪Salah made his 442nd and final appearance for the club, nearly scoring with a free kick that hit the post.
- ▪Liverpool secured Champions League qualification on the final day of the season despite the draw against Brentford.
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Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson embrace as Salah is substituted. Photograph: Peter Powell/ReutersView image in fullscreenMohamed Salah and Andy Robertson embrace as Salah is substituted. Photograph: Peter Powell/ReutersPremier LeagueLiverpool held by Brentford as Anfield bids Salah and Robertson farewellAndy Hunter at AnfieldSun 24 May 2026 13.19 EDTLast modified on Sun 24 May 2026 13.21 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleMohamed Salah and Andy Robertson were given in-game guards of honour as they said farewell to Liverpool. The tears streamed down the former’s face when he stood in the centre circle after the final whistle and absorbed the enormity of the moment.
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