Mohamed Salah netted a late equaliser to grab a draw and win the Golden Boot with 29 goals and 18 assists.
The Premier League champions were held to a 1-1 draw by Crystal Palace, but the real story was Mohamed Salah’s 84th-minute goal that not only earned a point but also saw him clinch the Golden Boot. With 29 goals and 18 assists, Salah matched the record for most goal involvements (47) in a single Premier League season.
Anfield was alive with joy and celebration, as fans welcomed Arne Slot’s side for their first home match since they secured the title with a 5-1 win over Tottenham. The stadium buzzed with pride, flags flying, and voices raised in song throughout the match.
Crystal Palace arrived with confidence after winning the FA Cup and were given a warm reception. In a show of respect, Palace formed a guard of honour for the champions, and Liverpool responded by applauding the Cup winners in return—a true moment of class from both sides.
But the celebrations were paused in the first half when Palace stunned the home crowd. Conor Bradley lost the ball in a dangerous spot, allowing Tyrick Mitchell to set up Ismaila Sarr, who calmly finished past Alisson Becker to give the visitors the lead.
Salah’s Moment, Trent’s Farewell and a Trophy Lift
Liverpool pushed hard to equalise, with Luis Diaz and Harvey Elliott coming close. But Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson put on a heroic performance, including a vital one-on-one save from Diaz before halftime.
The second half saw a standing ovation for Trent Alexander-Arnold, who came on after the break in what could be his final home appearance. The local boy’s upcoming departure has stirred emotions, but on the night, it was all about love and appreciation.
Drama unfolded when Ryan Gravenberch was sent off just after the hour mark for bringing down Daichi Kamada as the last defender. Despite being reduced to ten men, Liverpool kept fighting.
And then came Salah’s big moment. With six minutes left, the Egyptian forward reacted quickest to a loose ball in the box, smashing home the equaliser. It was a special goal, not just for the result but for sealing his record-equalling season.
As the final whistle blew, Liverpool ended their campaign on top of the table. It was their first league title since 2020, earned with fast, attacking football under Slot’s leadership.
While the players celebrated with the trophy, Crystal Palace walked off with pride. Their FA Cup win and strong finish under Oliver Glasner show a team growing in confidence.
For Salah, Trent, and others possibly moving on, it was a night full of memories. And for the fans, it marked the end of one chapter and the hopeful beginning of another.
