Two officials from Liverpool controversies handed key roles on trophy day

Darren England has been named as the referee, a figure that will immediately stir memories of the chaotic night in north London when Luis Diaz saw a legitimate goal chalked off against Tottenham.

That incident back in October 2023 prompted a public apology and major backlash, and the Yorkshire-based official was subsequently stood down from duty for several weeks.

Meanwhile, fourth official at Anfield will be Sam Barrott – the man who oversaw our win against Everton in April.

He was widely criticised by Liverpool fans for allowing James Tarkowski to escape punishment after a high challenge on Alexis Mac Allister in front of our fans.

This also led to a Howard Webb public confirmation that a mistake had been made that cost the Reds, though if you ask our rivals – we always get the decisions our way.

With Paul Howard on VAR duty and Nick Greenhalgh assisting him, the hope will be that the final day of what has been a historic season is remembered for the right reasons.

There’s no pressure for victory but it would be nice to end our win-less run since clinching the title, on the day we’re set to lift it at Anfield in front of our fans.