Mohamed Salah bids farewell in style in his last game for Liverpool.

Mohamed Salah bid farewell to Liverpool in tears this Sunday, marking the end of a brilliant era at Anfield. In the final match of the 2025-26 season, the Egyptian, who announced his early departure in March, played his last game in the red shirt, in a match filled with emotion and symbolism.

Since announcing that he would not renew his contract, Salah has been counting down to his “last” moments at Liverpool, with this clash against Brentford serving as the grand stage for his goodbye. Despite a tense relationship with coach Arne Slot, the forward was in the starting lineup, just like Andy Robertson, who also received a fitting farewell before leaving Merseyside.

The night was, above all, about Salah. The Egyptian star did not want to let the occasion pass without a mark, showcasing flashes of his unique talent, although the 1-1 draw prevented a perfect and triumphant ending to his legend at the club.

At the start of the match, Salah positioned himself on his usual right side of the attack and quickly tried to make an impact with refined passes and quality crosses. However, the task was not easy. Keane Lewis-Potter, the left-back for Brentford, marked him closely, nullifying the speed and fluidity of the Egyptian. During the first 15 minutes, Salah was unable to outmaneuver his opponent in any duel and found himself forced into hasty decisions, resulting in inaccurate crosses and misplaced touches.

It seemed that the iconic number 11 could have an apathetic performance, similar to some of the less inspired displays he had throughout the season. However, at 19 minutes, everything changed. After an intense conversation with Dominik Szoboszlai, Salah took responsibility for a dangerous free-kick just outside the area. His left-footed shot curved dangerously and hit the post, with goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher only able to watch helplessly as the ball deflected away.

The Anfield stadium groaned, but that moment seemed to infuse new life into Salah. Shortly after, he finally managed to break free from Lewis-Potter, surged into the area, and struck a dangerous shot, forcing Kelleher into a tight save. The Egyptian was growing into the game and began to insistently ask Szoboszlai for the ball, who responded with a magnificent through ball. Unfortunately, Salah’s first touch let him down, allowing the opposing defense to clear the danger.

The winger spent the rest of the first half as the epicenter of Liverpool’s attacks, featuring a promising run close to halftime. After a long throw from Robertson, Salah received the ball in stride and, surrounded by two opponents, controlled and turned to shoot, but lost the ball to Lewis-Potter, who cleared the play despite calls for a penalty from the stands.

The second half brought the moment of glory that Salah deserved. In the 52nd minute, he forced an important save from Kelleher and shortly after, he became the assister. A pinpoint pass from Ryan Gravenberch sent Salah racing down the right, with space to accelerate. Entering the box, he saw his teammate Jones approaching and provided him with a sublime back-heel touch, allowing for the opening goal at 1-0 for Liverpool.

From hitting the post to the masterful assist, Salah demonstrated why he is a living legend of the club. His performance, despite the initial difficulties, ultimately served as a worthy tribute to an unparalleled career at Anfield – marked by goals, magic, and unforgettable moments.

At 33 years old, Mohamed Salah leaves Liverpool not only as one of the club’s greatest goalscorers, but also as a symbol of talent, passion, and dedication that will forever remain in the hearts of the fans. The farewell was bittersweet, but the legacy is undeniable and immortal. The king of Anfield bids farewell, but his legend will continue to inspire generations.

This article first appeared on Apito Final.