Premier League· Season 2025
Match Analysis
AI SummaryLiverpool secured Champions League football despite a 1-1 draw with Brentford on an emotional final day at Anfield, with Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson playing their final appearances after nine years of service.
The Reds needed just a point to seal fifth place and European football. Liverpool broke the deadlock in the 58th minute when Curtis Jones scored with an assist from Salah, his 120th for the club. However, Kevin Schade equalized for Brentford just six minutes later.
In the 74th minute, Salah was substituted off amid emotional scenes, kissing the Anfield turf in farewell. Robertson also received a standing ovation when replaced in the 83rd minute. Both returned after full-time for a guard of honour.
Liverpool dominated with 60% possession and 24 shots compared to Brentford's 11, with expected goals of 2.90 to 1.22. Despite the draw, Liverpool achieved their objective of securing Champions League football. Brentford finished ninth and missed out on European qualification on goal difference.
Match Events
Liverpool and Brentford have met 9 times — Liverpool won 6, Brentford won 2, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Liverpool leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 9 meetings. A combined 31 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.44 per match (21 for the home side, 10 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 4 matches (44%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 6 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2021.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 25 May 2026