Why Liverpool didn't lift the Premier League trophy at Anfield after 5-1 win against Tottenham

‎Liverpool fans erupted in wild celebrations at Anfield after the Reds’ commanding 5-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, a result that officially handed them the Premier League title. While the victory was celebrated with passion, one crucial detail left fans wondering—why weren’t the Reds presented with the coveted Premier League trophy in front of their supporters?

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‎Liverpool secure Premier League title with 5-1 win against Tottenham, But there's a catch.

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‎Why is Liverpool Not Lifting the Trophy on Sunday?

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‎In the Premier League, there’s a tradition that the champions lift the trophy after their final home match of the season. However, the competition has yet to confirm that Liverpool will receive the title on Sunday. This is not due to the team’s performance, but rather due to a matter of timing and logistics. The tradition holds that if the title race stretches to the final day of the season, and the team in question is playing away, the trophy is not presented at the final home game.

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‎For Liverpool, this meant that despite having clinched the title with a resounding win over Tottenham, the trophy presentation will have to wait until their final home game on May 25 against Crystal Palace. While it may be disappointing for some, this delay is entirely in line with Premier League regulations and traditions.

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‎When Will Liverpool Get Their Trophy?

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‎Liverpool supporters can look forward to celebrating their league triumph at Anfield on the final day of the season, when they take on Crystal Palace. This match on May 25 will be a double occasion for the club, as Crystal Palace will also be taking part in the FA Cup final the previous weekend. The celebration at Anfield promises to be a memorable one, offering fans a chance to witness the title presentation in full.

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‎This moment will also provide a stark contrast to Liverpool’s 2020 title win, which, due to COVID-19 restrictions, was celebrated in front of an almost empty Anfield. The trophy presentation that year, which took place in July, was a unique and bittersweet moment in football history, as only players’ families were allowed to attend.

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‎Will Liverpool Get a Guard of Honour?

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‎There is no official rule that mandates Premier League teams to give a guard of honour to the champions. However, it is widely seen as good sportsmanship for the opposing team to acknowledge the new champions before the match. As such, Liverpool may be treated to a guard of honour in their remaining four fixtures of the season, especially as Arsenal will have the chance to honour the new title holders when they visit Anfield on May 11.

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‎While giving a guard of honour is a respectful gesture, it's not always welcomed by the recipients. For example, Robin van Persie famously expressed discomfort after Arsenal gave Manchester United a guard of honour in 2013 following his move from the Gunners to United. Similarly, Chelsea showed United a guard of honour in 2007 under Sir Alex Ferguson’s leadership.

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‎A New Era for Liverpool's Triumph

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‎Liverpool’s 2020 Premier League title win was one of the most unique in football history, as the pandemic forced the league to be played behind closed doors. But now, with fans back in the stands and the trophy secured, the 2025 season will mark a true return to traditional celebrations for Liverpool.

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‎As the Premier League champions, Liverpool now face the prospect of a fitting trophy presentation in front of their home supporters, with the added anticipation of what will surely be an unforgettable day at Anfield.

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‎In the coming weeks, as Liverpool prepares to lift the Premier League trophy on May 25, fans will savor the return of a full Anfield and the chance to witness their team celebrate a hard-earned title triumph, reaffirming their place at the pinnacle of English football.