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Salah’s record-breaking assist caps emotional anfield farewell, liverpool seals champions league berth

Salah’s record-breaking assist caps emotional anfield farewell, liverpool seals champions league berth

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Liverpool
M. Salah
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Liverpool vs Brentford

Unsurprisingly, Salah relentlessly pursued a final goal to add to his impressive tally of 257 for Liverpool, though fate denied him. The departing forward saw his best chance, a well-placed free-kick from the edge of the box, rebound off the post.

Nevertheless, he provided his 93rd assist for Liverpool, delivering a perfectly weighted cross with the outside of his boot that Curtis Jones converted to open the scoring just before the hour mark.

Brentford eventually found an equalizer through a close-range header from Kevin Schade, but this goal had little impact on the hosts’ ultimate objective. The single point was enough to confirm their Champions League qualification, securing a fifth-place finish.

Below, we provide player ratings for every Liverpool participant at Anfield, as Salah and Andy Robertson bid adieu after truly memorable careers on Merseyside…

  • Goalkeeper and defence

    Alisson Becker (6/10):

    In what may have been his last Anfield appearance for the Reds, the Brazilian made a crucial save against Schade just before halftime. However, he was powerless to prevent Brentford’s equalizer.

    Curtis Jones (7/10):

    Once again deployed out of his natural position at right-back, he rose to the occasion. Deeply involved in Liverpool’s most promising attacking moves in the first half, he then broke the deadlock with a perfectly timed run, converting a sublime Salah cross. It was unfortunate that the cross leading to Schade’s header deflected off him, yet this moment timely showcased Jones’ quality amidst speculation about his Liverpool future this summer.

    Ibrahima Konaté (5/10):

    Comfortable in aerial duels and accurate with his passing, he regrettably picked up an avoidable yellow card for a clumsy foul, a characteristic lapse as his contract nears its conclusion.

    Virgil van Dijk (6/10):

    A typically commanding performance from the Dutchman, though he will undoubtedly be profoundly disappointed that Liverpool once again failed to keep a clean sheet.

    Andy Robertson (6/10):

    Chosen over Kerkez for his final Liverpool match, he delivered a solid, if unspectacular, display. He was beaten by Schade for the equalizer, but he wasn’t the sole player caught off guard by the deflected cross. Like his friend Salah, the Scot received a well-deserved ovation upon his departure.

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  • Midfield

    Ryan Gravenberch (7/10):

    One of Liverpool’s most dynamic players, he made several impressive runs in the first half and nearly scored with a powerful, well-struck long-range shot.

    Alexis Mac Allister (5/10):

    He put in an intense shift, but his lack of offensive impact remains a concern. His frustration boiled over into a strong tackle on Igor Thiago, earning him a yellow card in stoppage time.

    Dominik Szoboszlai (7/10):

    Consistently mobile, he found Gakpo in the box with a superb cross that deserved a goal, before creating a good opportunity for Wirtz. While not exceptional, he remains the only genuine contender for Liverpool’s Player of the Season award.

  • Attack

    Mohamed Salah (8/10):

    He played as if determined to conclude his tenure with a final goal, but luck eluded him when his magnificent first-half free-kick struck the post with Kelleher beaten. His cross, which led to Jones’ goal, was a masterclass in delivery, allowing him to surpass Steven Gerrard as Liverpool’s all-time Premier League assist leader.

    Cody Gakpo (6/10):

    He generated several chances for his attacking partners and initiated the move that allowed Salah to set up Jones for the opening goal. However, he will regret that his header from a Szoboszlai cross was blocked by a Brentford defender.

    Rio Ngumoha (7/10):

    The fearless teenager consistently took his chances and nearly opened the scoring with a superb curling shot that just missed the target.


  • Substitutes and coach

    Florian Wirtz (6/10):

    Back in form, the German replaced Ngumoha with just under 20 minutes remaining. Although initially appearing somewhat unsettled, Wirtz was ultimately denied a winning goal by a brilliant Kelleher save in the dying seconds.

    Jeremie Frimpong (5/10):

    Entered for Salah on the right wing in the 74th minute but failed to significantly influence the game.

    Trey Nyoni (not rated):

    Took Gravenberch’s place in midfield for the final ten minutes.

    Milos Kerkez (N/A):

    Replaced Robertson in the 83rd minute.

    Joe Gomez (N/A):

    Came on for Konaté in the very late stages of the match.

    Arne Slot (5/10):

    He resisted the temptation to bench Salah after his recent outburst and was rewarded with a crucial assist. Ngumoha also performed admirably in his final start, but Slot still faces considerable work this summer to rectify his team’s defensive vulnerabilities.

Salah’s record-breaking assist caps emotional anfield farewell, liverpool seals champions league berth
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